Wilmington Police Department, Delaware
End of Watch: Friday, January 30, 1891
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: 2 years, 7 months
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: January 29, 1891
Weapon Used: Handgun
Suspect Info: Not available
Police Officer William Schultz was shot and killed at the intersection of Elliott Avenue (modern-day Concord Avenue) and Tatnall Street as he attempted to question two men who matched the description of theft suspects.
The subjects opened fire, striking Officer Schultz in the head and abdomen.
Officer Schultz had served with the Wilmington Police Department for over two years. He was survived by his wife and five children.