Patrolman William Armstrong
Cleveland Police Department
Ohio
End of Watch: Sunday, March 9, 1919

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 4 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Sunday, March 9, 1919
Weapon Used: Handgun
Suspect Info: Never identified

Patrolman Armstrong was shot and killed when he observed an armed robbery in progress. As he attempted to arrest the suspect he was shot twice in the chest. He was able to return fire but did not strike the suspect. The man fled and was never positively identified or apprehended.

Patrolman Armstrong had been with the agency for four years and was survived by his wife, son, parents, and two brothers.