Security Policeman William C. Herrington

Security Policeman William C. Herrington | United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government Security Policeman William C. Herrington | United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government
United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government
Security Policeman William C. Herrington | United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government Security Policeman William C. Herrington | United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government
Security Policeman William C. Herrington

United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government

End of Watch Saturday, November 15, 1980

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William C. Herrington

Security Policeman William Herrington was killed by terrorist assassins while stationed in Incrlik, Turkey.

Policeman Herrington was on his way to work in full uniform when four terrorists surrounded his vehicle while he was backing out of his driveway. Over 50 shots were fired at him, 17 of which struck him. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

A second security policeman was in the vehicle, but was able to escape. The four suspects were apprehended and executed for the murder. The four men stated they had planned to kill the first American they saw that day.

Bio

  • Age 22
  • Tour 5 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Location Overseas
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Four executed
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I knew William well. We both worked the tower WSA at Incirlik. I worked the night shift, he worked days. On that fateful day, I was waiting to be relieved. The relief bus showed up and everyone scrambled to relieve posts assigned. At relief change we were told get to the bus ASAP as we were needed at the base clinic. It was then we were told of the shooting. I remember that day well. And I have never forgotten Bill.

Jay Duke, MSgt, Ret
Det 193-1, SPS USAFE, Co-Worker

July 22, 2020

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