Patrolman William Arthur Spangler, Kansas City Police Department, Missouri

Patrolman William Arthur Spangler

Kansas City Police Department, Missouri

End of Watch Friday, September 8, 1916

William Arthur Spangler

Patrolman Spangler was killed when he was struck with a blackjack during an altercation.
Patrolman Spangler had been with the agency for two years and was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 37
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Weapon Blunt object; Blackjack
Offender Not available

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 97th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

May 1, 2013