City Marshal Elmo Frie, Charleston Department of Public Safety, Missouri

City Marshal Elmo Frie

Charleston Department of Public Safety, Missouri

End of Watch Wednesday, October 11, 1899

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Elmo Frie

Marshal Elmo Frie was shot and killed while attempting to break up a fight between two gamblers. It is unknown why Marshal Frie was in the area, but his attention was caught by the sound of gunfire. He happened upon a fight that had spilled out from a saloon and when he demaned to know about the commotion he was struck two times in the leg and bled to death.

The suspect was apprehended and executed in April of 1900.

Marshal Frie was survived by his parents, wife, and two children.

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Age 27
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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City Marshal Frie,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Charleston. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 11, 2024