DET. SGT. WILLIAM J. RUSSELL
Star # 85 D.B. Precinct
End of Watch 12 June 1909

Sgt. William Russell was assigned to maintain order in a union hall. When Sgt. Russell observed a known criminal in the area, he went to investigate. As Sgt. Russell approached, the offender drew a pistol and fired twice. The heroic sergeant was struck and died instantly from his injuries.