United States Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service - Alcohol Tax Unit, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, May 12, 1934
Add to My HeroesWilliam Roy Blandford
Investigator William Blandford suffered a fatal heart attack while conducting an investigation in Washington, DC.
He was in an alley in the 2200 block of 14th Street, NW, when he collapsed. He was transported to Garfield Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Special Investigator Blandford was a WWI veteran and had served as a prohibition agent for five years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and mother. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location District of Columbia
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsInvestigator Blandford,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but also when you served with the U.S. Army in Europe during World War I. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 12, 2024
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