Railroad Policeman William Applestiel
Northern Pacific Railroad Police Department
Railroad Police
End of Watch: Wednesday, December 19, 1917

Biographical Info
Age: 45
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Wednesday, December 19, 1917
Incident Location: Washington
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Apprehended

Railroad Policeman Applestiel was shot while attempting to apprehend burglary suspects in the Auburn, Washington, rail yards. Policeman Applestiel had observed the men loading stolen liquor into a vehicle and attempted to arrest them. The men opened fire, killing Policeman Applestiel.

A railroad switchman and several other railroad employees were charged with murder in connection with his death.