William Griffith

Death by Force

In the late summer of 1899, a chaotic and violent encounter in the lower downtown area of Denver, Colorado, led to the tragic death of Denver Police Officer William Griffith, a White / Caucasian male. The series of events was set in motion when a soldier named Llewellyn caused a disturbance near the Alcazar, brandishing a gun. Officer Thomas J. Clifford was the first to respond to the scene. As he approached Llewellyn, the soldier drew his weapon and fired, mortally wounding Officer Clifford. ...Read More

Officer William E. Griffiths