Marshal William Simpson, New Miami Police Department, Ohio

Marshal William Simpson

New Miami Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, January 17, 1939

William Simpson

Marshal William Simpson was shot and killed after he and a deputy marshal interrupted three juveniles who were attempting to loot a slot machine. Four suspects, including the one who shot Marshal Simpson, were apprehended.

The shooter was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life. He was paroled April 21, 1960. Two others were convicted of second degree murder. Both were paroled in 1954. The fourth suspect served five years at the Ohio Boy's Industrial School.

Marshal Simpson had served with the New Miami Police Department and St. Clair Township for 20 years. He was a widower and survived by his seven daughters, three sisters, two brothers, and ten grandchildren. He is buried at Greenwood Cemetery Hamilton, Ohio.

Bio

Age 64
Tour 20 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Paroled in 1960

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Marshal William Simpson of the New Miami Police Department, Ohio and the additional 59 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

January 17, 2018