Patrolman Sargent M. Willis
Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, April 23, 1930
Add to My HeroesSargent M. Willis
Patrolman Sargent Willis was killed when illegal bootlegging material exploded when he and other officers raided a still on Faraday Road near Baltimore Pike.
During the raid, a container of gasoline exploded. Patrolman Willis succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Patrolman Willis had served with the Cincinnati Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Explosion
- Incident Date Tuesday, April 22, 1930
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPatrolman Willis,
On today, the 95th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cincinnati.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 23, 2025
