Wanted Notice

Original Wanted Notice Poster, from the Washington, D.C. Police Department, for information leading to the apprehension of Joseph D. Medley, wanted for fleeing the District of Columbia to avoid prosecution for the crime of murder. 

From the collection of Police Chief Michael Webb (1950-2009). Webb joined the Vinita Park, Missouri police force in 1974 and served until his death in 2009, during which time he purchased crime artifacts from relatives of criminals and law officers. Boasting more than 8,000 wanted posters, pieces of Webb’s collection have been featured in film and displayed at the National Crime and Punishment Museum in Washington.

Approximately 9 x 14 inches in size.  Very good condition, aside from slight, expected age wear.