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William Henry Heins

Case from San-francisco, CA dated Jun 04, 1908

Victim Details

William Henry Heins

Male

White / Caucasian

San-francisco

CA

1908-06-04

39

William

Henry Heins

07/08/2026

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William Henry Heins, a 39-year-old officer with the San Francisco Police Department, tragically lost his life on June 4, 1908. Officer Heins was attempting to arrest two suspects, twin brothers aged 18, who had just committed a robbery at the O.K. Saloon located at the corner of Pacific Street and Montgomery Street. During the arrest attempt, one of the suspects drew a handgun and fatally shot Officer Heins. This incident marked a significant loss for the San Francisco Police Department, where H ...
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