Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Tuesday, February 13, 1923
Add to My HeroesWilliam C. Zinn
Patrolman Zinn was shot and killed during an attempted hold-up of a drug store. The suspect was shot and critically wounded during a struggle with the drug clerk. He died six days later.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsPatrolman Zinn,
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 Kansas City.
R.I.P.
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