Harris County Constable's Office - Precinct 7, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, April 15, 1915
William Clinton Harless
Deputy William Harless died of a gunshot wound received the previous day while attempting to serve a burglary arrest warrant. The suspect fired a Winchester Rifle through the front window of the house, striking Deputy Harless in the neck.
The suspect was arrested, convicted of murder, and hanged February 1, 1916.
Deputy Harless had been with the agency for two years. He also held a dual role as a deputy sheriff for the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Wednesday, April 14, 1915
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Executed in 1916
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsHeroes live forever, Constable Harless, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Harris County and the great State of Texas.
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
April 15, 2013
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