Hector Stewart
- Died:
- 15 February 1922
- Age:
- 21
- Rank:
- Special Constable
- Force:
- Ulster Special Constabulary
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- Off Duty
Roll of Honour Citation
Fatally shot by a sniper while off duty in Belfast, during a reign of terror in the city.
Police Memorial Tribute
About 4:00pm on the afternoon of 15th February 1922, Special Constable Stewart was fatally shot by a sniper at the corner of Edlingham Street and New Lodge Road, Belfast, while off duty during a reign of terror in the city.
His body was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital where it was discovered that his jugular vein had been severed.
