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Deputy Chief William E. Murphy | Houston Police Department, Texas Houston Police Department, Texas

Deputy Chief

William E. Murphy

Houston Police Department, Texas

End of Watch: Friday, April 1, 1910

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 48

Tour: 21 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 4/1/1910

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Acquitted

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Deputy Chief William Murphy was shot and killed by a former officer who ambushed him as he ate dinner at a local restaurant. Deputy Chief Murphy, who was on duty as Night Chief, had just finished eating when the suspect entered and shot him. The suspect was apprehended but later acquitted due to a lack of witnesses.

Deputy Chief Murphy served for 21 years and was survived by his wife and three children.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 102nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
April 1, 2012

 

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