St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Friday, February 12, 1926
William Sass
Officer Sass was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at Grand Boulevard and Chouteau Avenue. He was struck by a northbound vehicle as he gave right-of-way to east and westbound traffic. The driver of the vehicle that struck him was charged with careless driving and felonious wounding.
Officer Sass had been with the agency for two years and was survived by his mother.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 85th 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 dimishes respect, not even 85 years.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 12, 2011
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