Walterboro Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, October 15, 1978
Add to My HeroesWilliam Dawson Breland, III
Patrolman William Breland was killed in an automobile accident during a vehicle pursuit.
Patrolman Breland had served with the Walterboro Police Department for two years. He was survived by his mother, stepfather, and siblings.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsBill, it was at tragedy & huge loss for our team when you died that night. You will not be forgotten.
Patrol Susan Hilton
WPD at that time.
October 15, 2025
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