Police Officer William Homer "Jack" Hill

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Bowie Police Department, Texas
Police Officer William Homer
Police Officer William Homer
Police Officer William Homer
Police Officer William Homer "Jack" Hill

Bowie Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, July 6, 1932

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William Homer "Jack" Hill

Police Officer Jack Hill was shot and killed while assisting other officers who were conducting a liquor raid on a service station.

The owner of the station opened fire on the officers, mortally wounding Officer Hill. Other officers returned fire and killed the suspect.

Officer Hill was taken to a local hospital where he remained until succumbing to his wounds three weeks later.

Officer Hill had served with the Bowie Police Department for three years.

Bio

  • Age 44
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Saturday, June 18, 1932
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed

alcohol violation, Raid

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Officer Hill,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bowie. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

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United States Border Patrol

July 6, 2022

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