Constable William M. Shelton
End of Watch: Sun, Apr 17th, 1904
Date of Incident: Sun, Apr 17th, 1904
Cause of Death: Gunfire (Intentional)
Service Time: Not Known
Age: 42
Incident
Constable William Shelton was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two drunk men who were causing a disturbance in the streets of Watauga. During the arrest one of the men shot him in the chest, killing him.
The suspect who shot Constable Shelton was sentenced to seven years in prison.
Information obtained from the Officer Down Memorial Page.
Agency
Albany, Kentucky 42602
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