Dania Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, March 7, 1914
Add to My HeroesJohn Clifton
Town Marshal John Clifton was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call.
The shooter fled the scene and was never apprehended.
Marshal Clifton was a part-time marshal of the Dania Police Department hired to control drunk and disorderly people in the town. He was survived by his son and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsTown Marshal Clifton,
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 Dania. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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