Edward E. Wilhoit
Wednesday, August 20, 1924
Wilhoit, Edward E.
Rank: Policeman
Serial Number: Unknown
Division: Unknown
Location: 2nd and Main St.
Date Killed: Wednesday, August 20, 1924
Cause of Death: Shot by a Concealed Weapons
Suspect
Bio: Policeman Wilhoit was shot and killed while
attempting to arrest a suspect carrying a concealed weapon. The
suspect shot Policeman Wilhoit four times and then opened fire on
witnesses, wounding two bystanders. The suspect was then taken into
custody.
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