Tag Archives: Killed in the Line of Duty

A Quiet Salute to a Friend

Posted on December 9, 2009 by swesson

On December 5, 1971, five men entered the Quality Motel on Main Street and forced their way into the room of Davenport Police Patrolman Leon Washington. The men hit Officer Washington and tied him up, then stole three automatic pistols, … Continue reading →

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Remembering Patrolman Emil Speth

Posted on May 12, 2008 by SCblogger

Ninety-one years ago Davenport Police Patrolman Emil Speth walked the streets of Davenport, Iowa, wearing badge number 13. He was appointed to the department on July 13, 1911, according to an entry in the Davenport Police Roll Call Register January … Continue reading →

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