Policeman William D. Johnston
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Monday, October 3, 1887
Cause: Gunfire

Biographical Info
Age: 43
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Policeman Johnston was shot and killed when he tried to arrest a man who had been causing a disturbance at the Powelton Avenue Station of the Pennsylvania Railroad. After being shot Policeman Johnston returned fire, but missed his assailant, who fled.