Town Marshal Hyram Smith Peterson, Mesa Police Department, Arizona

Town Marshal Hyram Smith Peterson

Mesa Police Department, Arizona

End of Watch Wednesday, November 12, 1913

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Hyram Smith Peterson

Town Marshal Hyram Peterson was shot and killed by a theft suspect while on duty.

He observed two men attempting to steal a bicycle, and he gave chase on his own bicycle. He was shot by the two men when he caught them at the edge of town. Both men were eventually apprehended.

Marshal Peterson had been the town marshal for five years. He was survived by his wife and children.

He is buried in the City of Mesa Cemetery, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona.

Bio

Age 53
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Apprehended

larceny, pursuit

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Town Marshal Peterson,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesa. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 12, 2023