Police Officer Charles F. Wanless, Denver Police Department, Colorado

Police Officer Charles F. Wanless

Denver Police Department, Colorado

End of Watch Thursday, September 18, 1890

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Charles F. Wanless

Officer Wanless was shot and killed by an intoxicated man after responding to a disturbance call at a boarding house. As he entered the house the suspect opened fire, fatally wounding him. Officer Wanless managed to return fire seriously wounding the suspect.

The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 10 years in prison.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Sentenced to 10 years

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Officer Wanless,
On today, the 135th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Denver.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 18, 2025