Patrolman Willard Laurence Ferguson

Patrolman Willard Laurence Ferguson | Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
Patrolman Willard Laurence Ferguson

Kansas City Police Department, Missouri

End of Watch Monday, February 19, 1923

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Willard Laurence Ferguson

Patrolman Ferguson was shot and wounded as he arrested a suspect who had robbed two filling stations. Patrolman Ferguson was able to return fire, killing the suspect. Patrolman Ferguson died 11 days later from his wounds.
Patrolman Ferguson had been with the agency for one year and had served in the United States Army for three years. He was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

  • Age 26
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, February 8, 1923
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed by Ptl. Ferguson
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Patrolman Ferguson,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community. It for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army.

R.I.P.
USBP

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February 19, 2023

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