Marshal Luther Colson, Burbank Police Department, California

Marshal Luther Colson

Burbank Police Department, California

End of Watch Monday, November 16, 1914

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Luther Colson

Marshal Colson was shot and killed in an ambush while on foot patrol. The three suspects were apprehended near the scene. Two were convicted of manslaughter. One was sentenced to seven years and the other to four. The third suspect was acquitted.

Marshal Colson had served with the agency for 1 year and was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 33
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Convicted of manslaughter

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Marshal Colson,
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 Burbank.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 16, 2024