Deputy Chief William E. Murphy
Houston Police Department
Texas
End of Watch: Friday, April 1, 1910

Biographical Info
Age: 48
Tour of Duty: 21 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, April 1, 1910
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Acquitted

Deputy Chief William Murphy was shot and killed by a former officer who ambushed him as he ate dinner at a local restaurant. Deputy Chief Murphy, who was on duty as Night Chief, had just finished eating when the suspect entered and shot him. The suspect was apprehended but later acquitted due to a lack of witnesses.

Deputy Chief Murphy served for 21 years and was survived by his wife and three children.