United States Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service - Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division, U.S. Government
End of Watch Tuesday, March 23, 1954
Add to My HeroesWilliam Henry Stuart
Investigator William Stuart was shot and killed while raiding a still in Monroe County, Alabama, with other federal and state agents.
As they entered a home the still operator opened fire with a shotgun, striking Investigator Stuart in the abdomen. Despite being wounded, Investigator Stuart returned fire but did not strike the suspect. One of the other agents was able to disarm the man and arrest him.
The 52-year-old suspect was charged with murdering a federal agent. He was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 10 years.
Bio
- Age 64
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Alabama
- Incident Date Monday, March 23, 1953
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 58th 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 who was murdered in the 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 Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
March 23, 2012
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