Knott County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, April 9, 1942
Add to My HeroesMarion Martin
Deputy Marion Martin died of wounds he received the previous day when he was shot after responding to a disturbance call at a bar.
As Deputy Martin entered the bar, he was shot by one of the men inside. The suspect attempted to escape but was shot and killed by the Chief Deputy.
Deputy Martin is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsRest in peace Deputy Sheriff Martin.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 9, 2023
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