Litchfield Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, May 8, 1932
William Hill Coulter
Patrolman William Coulter was shot and killed when he and his partner responded to a burglary in progress.
As the two officers approached the residence one of two suspects fired a .32-caliber handgun through the front door, striking Patrolman Coulter in the abdomen. The suspects, a 47-year-old man and his 28-year-old son-in-law, were apprehended and convicted of murder. Both were sentenced to 14 years in prison.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to 14 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsOfficer Coulter's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 2-24-17 to honor him.
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