Patrolman Robert John Ahrens, Mount Clemens Police Department, Michigan

Patrolman Robert John Ahrens

Mount Clemens Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Thursday, November 1, 1973

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Robert John Ahrens

Patrolman Robert Ahrens was shot and killed at 5:00 p.m. after responding to a holdup alarm at the Time Shop jewelry store.

He entered the store alone and was shot and killed by five suspects who were in the process of robbing the store. He was able to wound one of the suspects before one of the other men shot him again. One of the suspects was later shot and killed during a standoff.

Three other suspects, two men and a woman, were apprehended and sentenced to life in prison. Another accomplice was not charged since he was convicted of murder for shooting Sergeant Alvis P. Morris, Jr.

Patrolman Ahrens had served with the Mount Clemens Police Department for four years. He was survived by his expectant wife and two children.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 4 years
Badge 22

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Hi,
This was my cousin. I am trying to find out more information about what happened. Since I'm not family the records department will not provide information. I had heard he died in Detroit. This confirms he died in Mt. Clemens. I would like to visit the area someday.
I heard he was ambushed, unfortunately.
Any information would be appreciated. Thank you. gotoheff@gmail.com

David G. Heffernan
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November 28, 2025