Policeman William J. Davis
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Saturday, January 29, 1921

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 12 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, January 29, 1921
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Not available

Policeman William Davis was shot and killed as he and his partner questioned two suspicious men at 31st Street and Allegheny Avenue. One man pulled a gun and opened fire on the officers.

Policeman Davis had served with the agency for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.