Police Officer William G. Ashworth, Detroit Police Department, Michigan

Police Officer William G. Ashworth

Detroit Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Monday, August 4, 1924

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William G. Ashworth

Officer William Ashworth was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend four suspects who had just robbed the Continental Bank at 11517 Charlevoix Street. The suspects fled the scene after shooting him. Two days later police shot and killed one of the suspects.

Officer Ashworth had served with the agency for only two months.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 2 months
Badge 96

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender One shot and killed

robbery

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Officer Ashworth,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 4, 2024