St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Tuesday, February 23, 1971
Add to My HeroesMelvin Wilmoth
Detective Melvin Wilmoth was shot and killed while conducting a drug raid on a house on at 6152 Waterman Boulevard.
He entered the house behind a group of people who were visiting the location and identified himself. An occupant of the home opened fire with a .22 caliber rifle, fatally wounding Detective Wilmoth. Detective Wilmoth was able to return fire and kill the suspect.
Detective Wilmoth was assigned to the Special Operative Deployment Division and had been with the agency for seven years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 1545
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsYou are a true hero sir. Thank you for your courage and dedication. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace
Jerry
Fellow citizen
February 23, 2024
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