Crime Solvers Central
CSC
263 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
William Robinson death by force case profile photo

William Edgar Robinson

Case from Okmulgee, OK dated Nov 15, 1908

Victim Details

William Edgar Robinson

Male

Okmulgee

OK

1908-11-15

35

William

Edgar Robinson

06/21/2026

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
In the early 20th century, a dispute over a day's fishing catch in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, escalated into a tragic shootout that claimed the lives of three law enforcement officers, including 35-year-old Sheriff William Edgar Robinson. On Sunday, November 15, 1908, officers responded to a man's shack following complaints. The situation quickly turned violent, resulting in a prolonged exchange of gunfire.

The first officer to arrive at the scene, Assistant Chief Henry Klaber, was immediately s ...
MEMBER ACCESS

Continue reading the complete case summary

Unlock the full case narrative for William Edgar Robinson, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.

Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month
Cancel anytime.
Already a member? Log in

Links to Additional Sources (4)

See any mistakes? Let us know!
  • Amok Wiki: Newt Decker
  • Sheriff William Edgar Robinson
    • MEMBER ACCESS

    Unlock 2 additional sources

    View the complete collection of available reporting and reference links for this case.

    View All Case Sources — $3.97/month
    Cancel anytime.
    Already a member? Log in

    Latest News

    View All

    Forum Posts (1)

    Does anyone else find it strange how intense the confrontation got in Okmulgee County back in 1908? ... ...Read More
    02/14/2024
    MEMBER ACCESS

    Join the discussion for William Edgar Robinson

    Read full forum posts and contribute to this case discussion.

    Unlock forum access — $3.97/month
    Already a member? Log in

    Other Cases from Okmulgee, Oklahoma

    Tristan Waters death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Tristan Waters

    Death: Dec 12, 2018
    In the winter of 2018, the community of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, was struck by a heart-wrenching incident n ...Read More
    Ronald Bubba Chandler death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Ronald Bubba Chandler

    Death: Apr 07, 2020
    In an Okmulgee residence on April 7, 2020, the life of 47-year-old Ronald Bubba Chandler was violent n ...Read More
    Jamison Jaron Weeden death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Jamison Jaron Weeden

    Death: Jun 05, 2021
    In the late hours of a summer evening in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, the life of Jamison Jaron Weeden, a 28- 8 ...Read More
    Assistant Henry Klaber death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Assistant Henry Klaber

    Death: Nov 15, 1908
    In the autumn of 1908, a dispute over a day's catch of fish in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, escalated into a a ...Read More
    Jonathon Pigeon death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Jonathon Pigeon

    Death: Nov 27, 2023
    In the small town of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, a sense of unease hung in the air for James Pigeon on the e ...Read More
    Dalayvain Hearne death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Dalayvain Hearne

    Death: Mar 09, 2019
    In the small city of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, a tragic event unfolded that cut short the life of 12-year- r ...Read More
    Corey Todd death by force case in Okmulgee, OK

    Corey Todd

    Death: Apr 01, 2017
    In the quiet town of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, the life of 29-year-old Corey Todd, a Black/African America c ...Read More