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William C. Keller

Died January 22, 1971

William C. Keller served in the U.S. Navy.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
What Happened

Trooper William Keller was killed in an automobile crash while en route to an undercover assignment in Dover. While traveling south on US Highway 13, a garbage truck pulled out in front of him near Tybouts Corner. He was unable to brake in time and crashed into the back of the vehicle. He succumbed to his injuries en route to a local hospital. The driver failed two sobriety tests. He was charged with manslaughter but was acquitted. Trooper Keller was a United States Navy veteran and had served with the Delaware State Police for two years.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife and daughter.
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
Delaware State Police
Trooper
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 2-E · Line 15 cut as WILLIAM C KELLER
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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.

Trooper Keller gave the Delaware State Police 2 years.

Thank you for your service to the people of Delaware, 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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