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Joseph Henry Ellis
- Aug. 09, 1927 -
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Resided: |
NC, USA
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Born: | Unk |
Fallen: | Aug. 09, 1927 |
Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 27 yrs. of age |
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Dept: | Wilson Police Dept. - NC
120 Goldsboro St E Wilson, NC
27893 USA (252)399-2323 |
County: | Wilson |
Dept. Type: | Municipal/Police |
Hero's Rank: | Officer |
Sworn Date: | Unk |
FBI Class: | Homicide - Gun |
Weapon Class: | Firearm |
Agency URL: | Click Here
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On The Job: |
6 years
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Fatal Incident Summary
Offender: |
No Info
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Location: |
NC
USA
Tue. Aug. 09, 1927
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Summary: |
Officer Joseph Ellis was shot and killed when he and another officer responded to a domestic disturbance. The suspect opened fire through the home's door when Officer Ellis entered the yard, fatally wounding him.
The suspect, who personally knew Officer Ellis, fled the scene but was later apprehended. He was convicted of murder, sentenced to prison, and released after 15 years.
Officer Ellis was a veteran of WWI and had served with the Wilson Police Department for 6 years. He was survived by his wife, parents, and 12 siblings.
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Last Updated: May. 29, 2019 |
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