Officer William T. Osborne
Lancaster Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, December 27, 1909
Add to My HeroesWilliam T. Osborne
Officer William Osborne was shot and killed while conducting a burglary surveillance at the Fairfield County Courthouse at approximately 1:00 am.
He was struck in the leg by a shotgun blast.
Officer Osborne had served with the Lancaster Police Department for six years.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Thursday, December 23, 1909
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer William T. Osborne of the Lancaster Police Department, Ohio and the additional 77 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
December 27, 2024
