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Willian Campbell

Case from Saint-louis, MO dated May 30, 1979

Victim Details

Willian N. Campbell

Male

Black / African American

Saint-louis

MO

1979-05-30

41

Willian

Campbell

07/11/2026

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In the city of Saint-Louis, Missouri, a dedicated male police sergeant by the name of William Campbell tragically lost his life in the line of duty. At forty-one years of age, Sergeant Campbell was a veteran of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department with twelve years of service. His life was cut short on a Wednesday, the 30th of May, 1979, in a sudden and violent encounter.

The events unfolded in front of the 6th District Police Station located on Ruskin Avenue. Sergeant Campbell wa ...
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  • May 1979: Sgt. Willam N. Campbell - St. Louis Post-Dispatch
  • Sergeant William N. Campbell - Supporting Heroes
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