Patrolman William R. King, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman William R. King

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Tuesday, May 25, 1920

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William R. King

Patrolman William R. King responded to a call of a man causing a disturbance on a street car. Upon arriving at the scene, Officer King arrested the trouble-maker from the streetcar. Shortly thereafter, as Patrolman King was calling for a wagon, the suspect pulled a revolver and shot him in the back. He was apprehended and identified by several witnesses.

Patrolman King was assigned to Precinct 3.

Bio

Age 43
Tour Not available
Badge 417

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Arrested

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Patrolman King,
On today, the 105th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 25, 2025