Patrolman Wells VAN NESS
San Antonio Police Department, TX

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Cause of Death: Stabbed
End of Watch: September 26, 1867
Date of Incident: September 25, 1867
Age: 57
Badge Number: 143
Tour of Duty: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Weapon Used: Edged weapon; Knife

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Officer Van Ness was walking home from work when he came upon a man lying in the street. When he attempted to have the man move, the man produced a knife and stabbed Van Ness. Officer Van Ness died from the stab wound.