Colville Police Department, Washington
End of Watch: Sunday, October 7, 1917
Age: 58
Tour of Duty: 3 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: October 7, 1917
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Not available
Chief Wannenwetsch was shot and killed after interrupting two burglars attempting to break into a safe in a store. When he went to investigate a noise the suspects opened fire, striking him several times. He was able to return fire but did not strike the suspects, who fled to Spokane.
Chief Wannenwetsch had served in law enforcement for 3 years and was survived by his wife.