Town Marshal W. T. Williams
Trenton Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Wednesday, October 23, 1889
Add to My HeroesW. T. Williams
Town Marshal W.T. Williams was shot and killed by a suspect whom he was serving a notice on for disorderly conduct. The suspect fled after murdering Marshal Williams but was eventually apprehended.
On November 23, 1889, an angry mob took the suspect from the county jail and lynched him as he awaited trial.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Lynched
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsMarshal Williams,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Trenton.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 23, 2019
