Trooper William Martz, Michigan State Police, Michigan

Trooper William Martz

Michigan State Police, Michigan

End of Watch Thursday, March 12, 1925

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William Martz

Trooper Martz was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer while guarding bank robbers at the Berrien County Jail. The other officer began to inspect his own revolver when it discharged and struck Trooper Martz. He succumbed to his injuries two days later.

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Age 24
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)

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Trooper Martz,
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 the state of Michigan.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 12, 2025