Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Wednesday, February 11, 1953
Add to My HeroesWilliam Allen Claassen
Patrolman William Claassen was shot and killed while he and his partner investigated a burglary-in-progress at a local pharmacy.
When they entered the store the suspect opened fire, fatally wounding Patrolman Claassen. Both officers were able to return fire and kill the suspect.
Patrolman Claassen was a U.S. Navy veteran. He is buried at Fairmont Cemetery in Denver, Colorado.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Claassen.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 4, 2022
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