Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, January 16, 1980
Add to My HeroesWilliam Washington
Police Officer William Washington was shot and killed from ambush while responding to a domestic disturbance call at the 2200 block of South Bonaffon Terrace in southwest Philadelphia.
The suspect had barricaded himself in his residence after assaulting his wife and children. When Officer Washington approached the house at 5:00 p.m., the suspect shot Officer Washington with a rifle from a second-floor window.
The 34-year-old suspect was taken into custody by other officers arriving on the scene. He had been convicted of attempted murder in 1969 and again in 1971. He was convicted of Officer Washington's murder and sentenced to life.
Officer Washington was a United States Army Vietnam War veteran and had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for nine years. He was engaged to be married at the time of his death. He was survived by his parents and sister.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 9614
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .30-.30
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsI worked with William in West Police Div. Vice squad In 1975, Great guy to work with, He always had a pleasant smile on no matter what was going on. REST IN HEAVEN MY BROTHER.
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