Zillah Police Department, Washington
End of Watch Friday, August 3, 1923
Add to My HeroesWilliam J. Hillyer
Marshal William Hillyer succumbed to gunshot wounds when he was shot by a man who had a long-standing feud with the Hillyer family.
The suspect located Marshal Hillyer in a drugstore and shot him with his shotgun. Marshal Hillyer was transported to a Yakima hospital where he succumbed to his wounds four days later.
The suspect was acquitted of the murder charges.
Marshal Hillyer was a Royal Navy veteran and served with the Zillah Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Monday, July 30, 1923
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsMarshal Hillyer,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Zillah.
R.I.P.
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