Martin Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Monday, July 28, 1913
Add to My HeroesWalter Gray Morgan
Marshal Morgan was shot and killed while investigating a suspicious person hiding in the shadows near the railroad depot. The marshal called out to the man to step out of the shadows but the man opened fire, striking Marshal Morgan twice. He died from his wounds two days later.
A suspect was arrested in Weakley County three weeks later. On September 1, 1913, he was tried and acquitted.
Marshal Morgan had served with the Martin Police Department for 1 year. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, July 26, 1913
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsThank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 28, 2020
