Patrolman David H. Crowther, Salt Lake City Police Department, Utah

Patrolman David H. Crowther

Salt Lake City Police Department, Utah

End of Watch Friday, October 12, 1923

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David H. Crowther

Patrolman David Crowther was shot and killed by one of three men he was escorting to the city limits.

One of the men produced a .32 caliber handgun and opened fire, striking Patrolman Crowther in the head, then placed his body on the west bank of the Jordan River north of South Temple Street. The three suspects then stole Patrolman Crowther's gun, watch, and car and fled to California, where they were arrested. Patrolman Crowther's body wasn't found for two days.

The shooter was sentenced to death and faced the firing squad on January 15, 1926. The other two suspects were convicted and later paroled.

Patrolman Cowther had served with the Salt Lake City Police Department for at least four years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
Offender Executed in 1926

prisoner custody

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Patrolman Crowther,
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 Salt Lake City. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

October 12, 2023