Phenix City Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, May 31, 1975
Add to My HeroesMarcius Bruce Lee
Corporal Marcius Lee was killed when his patrol car was struck by a vehicle being pursued by another officer at about 3:30 am.
The fleeing vehicle was traveling at over 100 mph when it struck Corporal Lee's patrol car head-on. A passenger and the driver of the vehicle that caused the crash were also killed in the accident.
Corporal Lee was a military veteran and had served with the Phenix City Police Department for 4-1/2 years. He was survived by his wife and 2-week-old child.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 4 years, 6 months
- Badge CPL
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Killed in crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsCpl. Lee,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Armed Forces. And to your Family loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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