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Patrolman William F. Messenger, aged 30, was a dedicated officer with the Chicago Police Department. On April 24, 1901, he was tragically shot and killed while on duty. The incident occurred at the Harrison Street Police Station, where Messenger had been involved in an argument with a man named Richard D. Houghteling earlier in the day. The confrontation escalated when Houghteling entered the station and demanded that Messenger retract his earlier comments. When Messenger instructed Houghteling ...Read More
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William F. Messenger
Male
White / Caucasian
Chicago
IL
1901-04-24
30
William
Messenger
12/01/2025
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Just read about the tragic incident involving Patrolman William F. Messenger and I’m feeling deepl... ...Read More
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I've been reading through the details on Patrolman William F. Messenger’s case, and something that... ...Read More
04/28/2023
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I've been thinking about the reaction of the police community after the tragic death of Patrolman Wi... ...Read More
03/04/2023
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