William Elliott QPM
- Died:
- 06 September 1974
- Age:
- 48
- Rank:
- Inspector
- Force:
- Royal Ulster Constabulary
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- William Elliott received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Roll of Honour Citation
Shot dead while attempting to arrest four armed terrorists who were robbing a bank in County Antrim. Posthumously awarded the Queen's Police Medal for Gallantry.
Police Memorial Tribute
Shot dead during an exchange of fire while attempting to arrest four armed terrorists who were robbing the Ulster Bank, The Diamond, Rathcoole, Newtownabbey, County Antrim. Posthumously awarded the Queen’s Police Medal for Gallantry.
