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Wellford Early Green

Died December 22, 1948

Wellford Early Green.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
Mechanism Firearm
What Happened

Patrolman Wellford Green was shot and killed after responding to a domestic dispute at a local restaurant on Williamsburg Road. While the officer was talking with both parties, the male was able to grab a shotgun and open fire, killing Patrolman Green. The suspect, who was the owner of the restaurant, shot and killed himself after a two-hour gun battle with other officers. Patrolman Green was a United States Army WWII veteran. He was survived by his wife. He is buried at the Oakwood Cemetery, Richmond, Richmond City, Virginia.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife.
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Service Record
Also Served
Henrico County Police Department
Patrolman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 39-E · Line 5 cut as WELFORD EARLY GREEN
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Patrolman Green served with the Henrico County Police Department.

Thank you for your service to the Richmond community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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