Augusta Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Tuesday, August 16, 1921
Add to My HeroesWilliam Washington Moore
Police Officer William Moore was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest a murder suspect.
The suspect shot and killed a man he had an altercation with two hours earlier. As Officer Moore and other officers approached the suspect he opened fire with a double-barreled shotgun, killing Officer Moore instantly, and wounding several officers and citizens. Officers returned fire killing the suspect.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Moore,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens Augusta.
R.I.P.
USBP
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August 16, 2021
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