Detective William Wolsey
Joplin Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Saturday, December 8, 1917
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Detective William Wolsey was shot and killed by a suspect who attempted to rob him on the 2nd Street viaduct.
He had just gotten off work and was walking home when he stopped to speak to a citizen. A man and a juvenile approached and announced a robbery at gunpoint. Detective Wolsey drew his own revolver and the two exchanged shots. Detective Wolsey and the man were both killed. The juvenile was arrested the following day.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
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J.R.
December 9, 2022
