Detective William O'Rourke

Detective William O'Rourke | Columbus Division of Police, Ohio
Columbus Division of Police, Ohio
Detective William O'Rourke

Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, November 24, 1917

William O'Rourke

Detective O'Rourke was shot and killed while working a pawnshop detail. The suspect was apprehended and executed in the electric chair.

Detective O'Rourke had served with the agency for 29 years.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 29 years
  • Badge 36

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Executed
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Rest In Peace Brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

November 24, 2017

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