Okolona Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Saturday, September 28, 1912
Add to My HeroesWilliam S. Brazil
City Marshal Will Brazil was shot and killed on Main Street while he and a county constable attempted to arrest two drunk men who were acting disorderly.
As one of the men reached for his pistol, the constable attempted to strike him with a stick but was prevented by the other subject. The armed man then fatally shot Marshal Brazil and wounded the constable.
Both men fled town but were arrested within a few days.
Marshal Brazil served with the Okolona Police Department. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsMarshal Brazil,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Okolona.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 28, 2022
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