South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina
End of Watch Saturday, September 10, 1966
Add to My HeroesMarion Charles Steele
Patrolman Marion Steele was shot and killed after stopping a vehicle for speeding on Route 1 in Chesterfield County. As Patrolman Steele approached the car, the driver opened fire. Patrolman Steele was able to return fire before he died from his wounds.
The three suspects were apprehended a short time later and convicted. All three were released in the 1990s.
Patrolman Steele had served with the South Carolina Highway Patrol for just over 5-1/2 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 5 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Released
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