El Dorado Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, July 13, 1915
Add to My HeroesCharles Schram
Night Marshal Charles Schram died from injuries sustained on June 28th, 1915, when he was ambushed and assaulted while on foot patrol.
An unknown subject struck him on the back of the head with a blunt object and then pushed him down a flight of stairs. He suffered a fractured skull broken shoulder. He was taken home where he remained under a doctor's care until passing way two weeks later on July 13th, 1915.
Night Marshal Schram had served with the El Dorado Police Department for 34 years. He was survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 64
- Tour 34 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Monday, June 28, 1915
- Weapon Blunt object
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsNight Marshal Schram,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of El Dorado.
BPA Mike Casey
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July 13, 2025
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