Walter L. Darsee
1926
Walter L. Darsee.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Officer Darsee was shot and killed by a suspect believed to be a watchman at a speakeasy at 7567 Vernor Street. His body was taken to a barn at 5500 Tarnow Street and dumped there. The watchman was arrested, charged with murder, and acquitted. The watchman said he thought he was a hi-jacker. Officer Darsee had served with the Detroit Police Department for 4 years. He had served as a U.S. Marine during World War 1.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, three children, his parents and a brother.
Keepsakes
Service Record
Also Served
Detroit Police Department
Police Officer
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