Killing of William Walker in Mississippi in 1943

Incident

Case summary

Pvt. William Walker, 29, was killed in 1943 by sheriff Richard Whittaker at Camp Van Dorn in Centreville, Mississippi. Walker was questioned by a military policeman about an improper uniform, resulting in a fight. When the sheriff came, Walker allegedly attempted to flee. He was shot and killed by the sheriff.

Victim(s):

William Walker


Alleged perpetrators/other named individuals:

Richard Whitaker

Perpetrator group type: police

Date of incident: 1943-05-30
Location: Centreville, Wilkinson County, Mississippi
Location type: public space - urban
Allegation against victim: committing a dress code infraction; running away from a police officer

Coroner process
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Finding of no legal responsibility: [ ]

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DOJ case ID:

144-33-8


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