Marshal William J. Hillyer, Zillah Police Department, Washington

Marshal William J. Hillyer

Zillah Police Department, Washington

End of Watch Friday, August 3, 1923

William J. Hillyer

Marshal Hillyer was shot and killed by a man who had a long standing feud with the Hillyer family. The suspect located Marshal Hillyer in a tavern and shot him with his shotgun. The suspect was acquitted of the murder charges.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun
Offender Acquitted

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 90th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 27, 2013