West Virginia Department of Prohibition, West Virginia
End of Watch Sunday, October 28, 1923
Add to My HeroesWalter E. Blake
Prohibition Officer Walter Blake was shot and killed while arresting a man for liquor law violations near Campbell's Creek in Kanawha County. The man initially cooperated but suddenly pulled out a handgun and shot Officer Blake in the abdomen twice.
The suspect was apprehended, convicted of first degree murder, and sentenced to life.
Officer Blake had served with the West Virginia Department of Prohibition for only seven weeks. He also served as a constable for the city of Charleston at the time of his murder. He was survived by his wife and child and is buried in Spring Fork Cemetery, Coco, Kanawha County, West Virginia.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 1 month, 2 weeks
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, October 26, 1923
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsThis man was my great great grandfather. He may be gone but not forgotten. In my eyes he is a hero. Maybe one day I can finally meet him face to face in heaven.
Jesse Ranson
Great great grandfather
January 13, 2022
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