Sheriff John E. Martin, Starr County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Sheriff John E. Martin

Starr County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, December 1, 1881

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John E. Martin

Sheriff John Martin and a citizen were shot to death after being ambushed while returning to Rio Grande City after serving citations.

The two had been collecting taxes and were murdered in a robbery of the tax proceeds.

Sheriff Martin had served as sheriff for a total of 3-1/2 years over two different terms. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 3 years, 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

robbery

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Sheriff Martin,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Starr County. 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

December 1, 2021