Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Wiliams, it has been 93 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 6 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

July 20, 2024

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

July 18, 2022

Officer Williams,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wellfleet.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 19, 2021

Posting today from Chief Artie Parker, Ret.

Wellfleet Police Officer Remembered

87 years ago today, Officer Charles D Williams of the Wellfleet Police Department was killed in the line of duty on Main Street at Bank Street.

I interviewed former Massachusetts state trooper and former police chief William Bill Fleming about that fateful day in Wellfleet center.
Chief Fleming, who was a trooper at the time, he had been in court in Provincetown that morning as was Officer Williams. Fleming said he gave Officer Williams a ride from court back to Wellfleet Center. Fleming said between the time he dropped off Officer Williams and drove to Eastham, Officer Williams was struck by a delivery panel truck driven by Darius Horton at Main and Bank Streets.

Fleming said he was flagged down in Eastham and advised to return to Wellfleet Center immediately. Fleming said Officer Williams was transported by private car to Cape Cod Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

When asked about the death recorded as July 19th and not the 18th, Chief Fleming said the death certificate was signed by the local medical examiner the day after Officer Williams actually died. The Chief said after completing his responsibilities in Wellfleet Center, he drove to the hospital and Officer Williams had died, commenting he died the same day he was hit by the panel delivery truck.

An inquest was held later and determined Darius Horton, age 16 would not face any charges.

Officer Williams’ daughters included Doris Hatch, former Wellfleet special police officer, crossing guard and co-founder of Hatch’s Fish Market along with her husband Cliff and Evelyn Lynch, who with her husband Ed were the original proprietors of the former coffee shop behind Town Hall.
Between Abiyoyo and the real estate office, there is a bronze plaque that recognizes Officer Williams’ ultimate sacrifice while serving our community. The plaque is part of a bulletin board where notices and ads are attached for the public to read and how Officer Williams continues to serve our town.

As you pass by, tip your cap and thank Officer Williams and the Wellfleet police officers who serve our community.

Special Officer Marc Spigel
Wellfleet Police Department

July 18, 2018

It is now 85 years. You have not been forgotten, nor will you be, Brother.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

July 19, 2016

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 81rst anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 12, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 82nd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 12, 2013

Officer Williams you are not forgotten by the men and women of the Boston Police Dept. RIP

Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.

July 2, 2010

Officer Williams,
On today, the 76th anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wellfleet.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

July 19, 2007

Officer Williams, today marks the 76th anniversary of your tragic death. You have not been forgotten. Thank you for your service to the Commonwealth and the people of Wellfleet.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

July 19, 2007

No Officer should be without a refection.

RIP Officer Williams.

Police Sergeant
Metro-Boston

December 25, 2005