Hillyer, Marshal William J.

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End of Watch August 3, 1923

Agency Zillah Police Department

County Yakima County

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On Friday, August 3, 1923, Zillah Marshal William Hillyer was shot and killed by a known suspect who had a longstanding feud with the Hillyer family.

The incident occurred at a local tavern. The suspect had tracked down Marshal Hillyer where he shot him with a shotgun.

The suspect was acquitted of murder.

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