Deputy Sheriff Joe N. Martin, Comanche County Sheriff's Department, Texas

Deputy Sheriff Joe N. Martin

Comanche County Sheriff's Department, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, June 25, 1885

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Joe N. Martin

Deputy Martin was shot and killed by a man he was attempting to arrest for drunk and disorderly conduct. During the arrest the man pulled out a gun and shot Deputy Martin several times. He succumbed to his wounds five days later.

Deputy Martin was survived by his wife and five children.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, June 20, 1885
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Deputy Sheriff Martin,
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 Comanche County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 25, 2025