Policeman Edward E. Wilhoit, Los Angeles Police Department, California

Policeman Edward E. Wilhoit

Los Angeles Police Department, California

End of Watch Wednesday, August 20, 1924

Edward E. Wilhoit

Policeman Wilhoit was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspect carrying a concealed weapon. The suspect shot Policeman Wilhoit four times and then opened fire on witnesses, wounding two bystanders. The suspect was then taken into custody.

Bio

Age 36
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Apprehended

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Sir, this past May we put a memorial sign up at 2nd/Main St. for you. It's across the street from the new PAB. Everyday dozens and dozens of Officers walk under your sign on their way into the building. I catch guys looking up at it with confusion, hopefully they will take a second from their day and look up your story and remember your sacrifice...may we never forget.

Officer Bradley Nielson #36445
Los Angeles Police Department

June 16, 2014