Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, June 4, 1926
Add to My HeroesWalter L. Darsee
Officer Darsee was shot and killed by a suspect believed to be a watchman at a speakeasy at 7567 Vernor Street. His body was taken to a barn at 5500 Tarnow Street and dumped there.
The watchman was arrested, charged with murder, and acquitted. The watchman said he thought he was a hi-jacker.
Officer Darsee had served with the Detroit Police Department for 4 years. He had served as a U.S. Marine during World War 1. He was survived by his wife, three children, his parents and a brother.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 1210
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 17, 2019
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