Ada Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Tuesday, November 27, 1934
Add to My HeroesWilliam "Bill" Pytchlyn
Officer Pytchlyn was shot by one of two robbery suspects in the North Broadway area on Sunday evening, November 11th. Both suspects were armed and when Officer Pytchlyn attempted to disarm them, he was shot in the arm and the chest. Officer Pytchlyn died from his wounds 16 days later.
Both subjects were arrested, charged with manslaughter, and later released after posting a $500 bond. The shooter was sentenced to prison.
Officer Pytchlyn had been commissioned slightly over a month before.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 1 month
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, November 11, 1934
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsOfficer Pytchlyn,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ada.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
November 27, 2024
