William Robert Russell
- Died:
- 01 November 1971
- Age:
- 31
- Rank:
- Detective Constable
- Force:
- Royal Ulster Constabulary
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
Roll of Honour Citation
Fatally shot alongside a colleague when they were attacked by terrorists while investigating a burglary.
Police Memorial Tribute
DC Russell was fatally shot alongside his colleague, DC Stanley Corry, when they were attacked by terrorists while investigating a burglary at the Avoca Shopping Centre, Andersonstown, Belfast.
