United States Capitol Police, U.S. Government
End of Watch Friday, April 2, 2021
Add to My HeroesWilliam Francis Evans
Police Officer Billy Evans was struck and killed by a vehicle whose driver was attempting to breach a barricade at the United States Capitol.
Officer Evans and other officers were stationed outside of the north vehicle access point along Constitution Avenue when the driver intentionally drove into Officer Evans and a second officer. The driver then exited the car after crashing into a retractable barricade and attempted to attack other officers with a knife. The man was shot and killed at the scene.
Officer Evans was transported to a nearby hospital in a patrol car but died a short time later.
Officer Evans had served with the United States Capitol Police for 18 years.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Location District of Columbia
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 156 ReflectionsI'm truly sorry for the loss of Police Officer Billy Evans. He gave his life to serve and protect and will always be honored and forever remembered. He's now in heaven with all the other fallen angels.
Thank you, Police Officer Billy Evans, for all you did, Forever Rest in Peace!
Rachel Blitz
Thankful Citizen
April 2, 2023
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