Night Watchman William Meade Smith, Westfield Police Department, Indiana

Night Watchman William Meade Smith

Westfield Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Friday, November 2, 1928

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William Meade Smith

Night Watchman W. Meade Smith was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Range Line Road while walking his beat at about 1:00 am.

Another driver located his body laying approximately 150 feet from his flashlight and hat.

Watchman Smith had served as the appointed town watchman for 21 months. He was survived by his mother, two brothers, and two sisters.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 1 year, 9 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

hit-and-run, foot patrol

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Officer Smith,
On today, the 97th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Westfield.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 2, 2025