City Marshal Peter John Larson

City Marshal Peter John Larson | Dayton Police Department, Iowa
Dayton Police Department, Iowa
City Marshal Peter John Larson

Dayton Police Department, Iowa

End of Watch Wednesday, January 3, 1894

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Peter 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
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City 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

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