Chief of Police Edward O. Kanz, University of Washington Police Department, Washington

Chief of Police Edward O. Kanz

University of Washington Police Department, Washington

End of Watch Wednesday, March 31, 1971

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Edward O. Kanz

Chief Kanz suffered a fatal heart attack following a month of rioting, bombings, and civil disorder at the campus as a result of Vietnam War protests. Almost every day of the month the tactical team was organized and had operations as a result of the protests.

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Cause Heart attack

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Chief Kanz,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Washington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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March 31, 2021