Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, October 17, 1968
William Albert Lackman
Officer William Lackman was shot and killed by a suspect while investigating a burglary call in an office building at Welsh and Verree Roads. One suspect was shot and killed by other Officers at the scene. Three additional suspects were later arrested and convicted of murder. All three suspects were sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Lackman served in the 7th Police District for 11 years and is survived by his wife, daughter, and a son who was born after Officer Lackman's death.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 2762
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
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