Samuel Thompson

Death by Force

Samuel T. Thompson, a 54-year-old white male, served as the Chief of Police in Wood River, Illinois. On December 6, 1912, Chief Thompson was tragically killed in the line of duty. The incident occurred when he attempted to arrest a man who was threatening his employer. The confrontation took place near Ferguson Avenue and Second Street in Wood River. As Chief Thompson approached the suspect, the man opened fire with a shotgun, striking Chief Thompson. Despite being mortally wounded, Chief Thomps ...Read More

Reflections for Chief of Police Samuel T. Thompson

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