Policeman William D. Johnston
Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Monday, October 3, 1887
Add to My HeroesWilliam D. Johnston
Policeman William Johnston was shot and killed when he tried to arrest a man who had been causing a disturbance at the Powelton Avenue Station of the Pennsylvania Railroad.
After being shot Policeman Johnston returned fire, but missed his assailant, who fled.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
October 3, 2020