Horicon Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Monday, June 2, 1941
Add to My HeroesCharles F. Liebenow
Chief of Police Charles Liebenow was shot and killed while attempting to talk to a suspect during a domestic disturbance.
The suspect was hiding in a garage and suddenly opened fire. He committed suicide after killing Chief Liebenow.
Chief Liebenow had served with the Horicon Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife and four children. He is buried at Oakhill Cemetery in Horicon, Wisconsin.
Bio
- Age 68
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Committed Suicide
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 23, 2019
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