- Hometown:
- New Albany, Indiana
- Appointed:
- September 1, 1937
- District:
- Charlestown
- Life:
- October 4, 1909 - March 18, 1957 | 47 Years Old
During a manhunt for a suspected bank robber, First Sergeant Walts died of gunshot wounds inflicted by the suspect. Before succumbing to his injuries, Sergeant Walts was able to return fire and kill his assailant.