Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Sunday, August 19, 1979
William D. Albers
Officer Albers was shot and killed in the emergency room of Johns Hopkins Hospital by a mental patient who overpowered him and gained control of his service weapon.
As the two struggled for the revolver Officer Albers was shot five times. Officer Albers managed to regain control of his weapon and fired the last round into the suspect's chest killing him instantly.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsBill I still remember that day as if it were today. We all from the old Western District remember you well. RIP Brother.
Sgt William Phelps
Baltimore City Police
May 9, 2014
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