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In the small town of Williams, Arizona, on April 15, 1947, the life of a dedicated lawman, Marshal Joe McDaniel, a 57-year-old male, was tragically cut short in the line of duty. The day took a grim turn when a man began causing a disturbance inside a local café. Two of Williams' police officers were the first to respond to the scene, but their attempt to detain the disruptive individual was met with the brandishing of a pistol. The officers, prioritizing the safety of nearby bus passengers, ta ...Read More
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Victim Details

Joe Mcdaniel

Male

Williams

AZ

1947-04-15

57

Joe

Mcdaniel

Yes

11/27/2025