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Trooper William H. Murie

 

William H. Murie

End of Watch:  Wednesday, November 19, 1980
Badge:  721
Age:  30

Officer William H. Murie was en route to Phoenix from Flagstaff on November 16, 1980, when he stopped just north of Phoenix on Interstate 17 to assist at a crash scene. He was struck by a passing vehicle, crushing his legs and a wrist. Complications resulting from these injuries led to his death three days later, on November 19, 1980.