Ann Arbor Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Thursday, March 21, 1935
Add to My HeroesClifford Stang
Patrolman Clifford Stang was shot and killed when he interrupted a robbery at a clothing store at 118 East Washington Street.
He had entered the store while on duty to buy a new tie for his uniform shortly after 3:00 pm. When the store owner saw him he yelled that there was a holdup. Patrolman Stang at first did not believe him but the two other men in the store immediately attacked Patrolman Stang. During the struggle, Patrolman Stang was shot and fatally wounded.
A man was twice convicted and sentenced to life in prison but had the sentence commuted after serving only eight years. The second subject was never apprehended.
Patrolman Stang had served with the Ann Arbor Police Department for six years.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPatrolman Stang,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ann Arbor. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 21, 2025
