William Campbell

Death by Force

Policeman William F. Campbell, aged 34, was a dedicated officer with the Bristol Police Department in Virginia. On April 29, 1908, while on duty, he was involved in a tragic incident that ultimately led to his death. Campbell was shot by a suspect wanted for malicious shooting and bootlegging. The officers, unaware they had encountered the suspect, engaged him in conversation. As the suspect began to walk away, a boy accompanying the officers identified him. When the officers called out to the s ...Read More

Policeman William F. Campbell - Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP)

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