Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, February 21, 1981
Add to My HeroesMartin E. Slater
Vice Commander Martin Slater was killed in an automobile crash while on patrol with a full-time officer.
Vice Commander Slater was a reserve officer with the agency.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsVice Cmdr. Slater,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens Jacksonville. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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