Security Policeman William C. Herrington, United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government

Security Policeman William C. Herrington

United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government

End of Watch Saturday, November 15, 1980

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William C. Herrington

Security Policeman William Herrington was killed by terrorist assassins while stationed in Incrlik, Turkey.

Policeman Herrington was on his way to work in full uniform when four terrorists surrounded his vehicle while he was backing out of his driveway. Over 50 shots were fired at him, 17 of which struck him. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

A second security policeman was in the vehicle, but was able to escape. The four suspects were apprehended and executed for the murder. The four men stated they had planned to kill the first American they saw that day.

Bio

Age 22
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Location Overseas
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Four executed

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I was the Primary Crew Chief on the C-130E Hercules that carried his body from Turkey to Germany. On our approach, camel herders fired on our aircraft. Turks were very hostile. To all his friends and family, my sincere condolences. It was an honor to help return a Hero home. He was treated with the greatest respect.

A1C Kirk A. Bennett
U.S. Air Force, 317 O.M.S., Pope AFB,N.C.

July 7, 2024