City Marshal Peter John Larson
Dayton Police Department, Iowa
End of Watch Wednesday, January 3, 1894
Add to My HeroesPeter John Larson
Marsha Peter Larson succumbed to a gunshot wound. He was shot the previous night while trying to quell a disturbance.
The incident occurred when he and several citizens confronted a group of people who had come to town from Boone County to break up a dance.
The Marshal died approximately 24 hours later.
Marshal Larson had served with the Dayton Police Department for 7 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, January 2, 1894
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsCity Marshal Larson,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dayton.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 3, 2024
