Charleston Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Friday, July 22, 1870
Add to My HeroesThomas J. Martin
Private Thomas Martin was shot as he attempted to quell a disturbance among a group of soldiers on King Street, between George Street and Calhoun Street.
The soldiers were white and Private Martin was African American. He first encouraged them to be quiet but they ignored his requests. As Private Martin began to call for other officers with his signal rap one of the soldiers shot him in the chest, causing a fatal wound.
Responding officers chased the group of soldiers to the main gate at the Citadel where they were arrested and charged with murder. One other officer suffered a wound to his leg when he was shot while chasing the soldiers.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsGreat to see this story brought to light. I commend the City of Charleston for finally acknowledging is vicious tragedy. I hope those that were arrested were convicted and punished. Rest In Power Thomas J. Martin
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South Carolina
October 16, 2020