Police Officer William Davis Mitchell, Waco Police Department, Texas

Police Officer William Davis Mitchell

Waco Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, October 27, 1900

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William Davis Mitchell

Police Officer William Mitchell was shot and killed after being dispatched to a disturbance at a local saloon on North Sixth Street, near Austin Street. While dismounting his horse he was shot several times.

The subject was executed on October 25th, 1901.

Officer Mitchell had served with the Waco Police Department for only six months. He was survived by his wife and three daughters.

Bio

Age 36
Tour 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Executed in 1901

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Officer Mitchell,
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 Waco.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 27, 2025