Louisville and Nashville Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Monday, May 24, 1909
Add to My HeroesCharles W. Williams
Special Agent Charles Williams was struck and killed by a passenger train at the Central Avenue crossing in Louisville, Kentucky.
Agent Williams was overseeing the loading of racehorses from Churchill Downs into a special train when he was struck.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Location Kentucky
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsAgent Williams,
On today, the 110th 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
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