United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Monday, June 4, 1894
Add to My HeroesThomas L. Martin
Deputy Marshal Thomas Martin was ambushed and shot to death on his front porch in Polk County by moonshiners he had been investigating in Arkansas.
Deputy Marshal Martin was a Civil War veteran. He was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Arkansas
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDUSM Martin,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country.
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