United States Department of Labor - Immigration Service - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, December 13, 1924
Add to My HeroesFrank H. Clark
Patrol Inspector Frank Clark was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend several smugglers near Cordova Island in El Paso, Texas.
As he and other agents confronted the smugglers, several spotters who protected them opened fire from an ambush position, fatally wounding Inspector Clark. One man was arrested and sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Inspector Clark had served with the United States Border Patrol for six months.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Texas
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrol Inspector Clark,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country and to the Patrol. The area where you were killed in the Line of Duty-Cordova Island is where Bridge of The Americas(BOTA) and Chamizal National Park is now.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 13, 2024
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