Detective James Rauland, Northern Pacific Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police

Detective James Rauland

Northern Pacific Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police

End of Watch Wednesday, November 1, 1899

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James Rauland

Detective James Rauland was shot and killed while he attempted to arrest suspected train robbers in the rail yard at Williston, North Dakota.

He had placed two men under arrest but as he took the third into custody the man produced a pistol and opened fire. Despite being mortally wounded, Detective Rauland was able to return fire and killed the suspect.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Location North Dakota
Weapon Handgun
Offender Shot and killed

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Det. Rauland,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 1, 2024