William Schreiber
1946
William F. Schreiber.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Patrolman William Schreiber was shot and killed while investigating a burglary in progress at a restaurant on Boston Avenue. He was shot as he checked an open door to the establishment. A suspect was identified by never charged due to lack of evidence. However, the suspect was shot and killed 5 weeks later during another burglary. Patrolman Schreiber had served with the agency for four years and had previously served with the United States Navy.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and daughter.
Service Record
Also Served
Stratford Police Department
Patrolman
In Our Keeping
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