Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, December 30, 1949
Add to My HeroesDuke Williams
Detective Williams suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a shoplifting suspect at a department store at 1206 Woodward Ave. around 3 p.m.
Detective Williams had been detailed to the store during the Christmas holidays. Four men were required to subdue the suspect during the struggle.
Detective Williams had served with the Detroit Police Department for 24 years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 24 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsThis is to remember the Grandfather I never got to meet. His passing 9 years before my birth has always left a hole in my heart. The stories of his dedication as a peace officer and his passion for baseball have always given me wonderful memories. My Grandmother, Pansy, loved him dearly to the day she passed.
I hope he is enjoying eternal peace.
Kevin Schmicking
Grandson
July 13, 2012
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