Chief of Police William T. Strange, Lake City Police Department, Florida

Chief of Police William T. Strange

Lake City Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Wednesday, November 28, 1900

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William T. Strange

Chief of Police William Strange succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained the previous day while attempting to make an arrest.

The subject was shot and killed by a citizen posse.

Chief Strange had served with Lake City Police Department two different times for a total of 3-1/2 years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and son.

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Age 31
Tour 3 years, 6 months
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Tuesday, November 27, 1900
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Shot and killed

arrest attempt

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Chief Strange,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lake City.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 28, 2025