Police Officer Frank Marcinkowski, Detroit Police Department, Michigan

Police Officer Frank Marcinkowski

Detroit Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Monday, September 7, 1925

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Frank Marcinkowski

Officer Marcinkowski was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to disperse a group of men who were gathering near Michigan Avenue and Goldner Street. One of the men suddenly produced a knife and threatened the officers. As the officers told him to drop the knife he put it in his left hand and then produced a revolver. At the same time, some of the other men began attacking and stabbing Officer Marcinkowski's partner.

The suspect with the gun then shot Officer Marcinkowski. Although wounded, his partner was able to get up and proceeded to shoot and kill the suspect with the gun.

Officer Marcinkowski had served with the Detroit Police Department for 11 months.

Bio

Age 24
Tour 11 months
Badge 1853

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Shot and killed

foot patrol, loitering

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Officer Marcinkowski,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 7, 2025