Darlington Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Thursday, May 25, 1933
Add to My HeroesWilliam McGinty
Chief of Police William McGinty collapsed and died due to a heart attack while attempting to subdue an impaired and resisting suspect on Main Street.
Chief McGinty had served with the Darlington Police Department for two years and had previously served with the Darlington Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years. He was survived by his two children, mother, brother, and four sisters.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsRest in God's loving embrace, hero. You will never be forgotten.
Retired Wisconsin L.E.O.
May 26, 2023
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