Constable William Harvey Johnson, Genesee County Sheriff's Office, New York

Constable William Harvey Johnson

Genesee County Sheriff's Office, New York

End of Watch Friday, March 15, 1895

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William Harvey Johnson

Constable Johnson was shot and killed when he attempted to execute an arrest warrant.

Constable Johnson went to a home in the Town of Batavia to execute the warrant. When he arrived, the suspect shot and killed him. The suspect then committed suicide.

Constable Johnson had served as Town Constable for 14 months and had been re-appointed to the position just four days before his death. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 1 year, 2 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Committed suicide

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Constable Johnson,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Genesee County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 15, 2025