Night Watchman John W. Craig, Sturgis Police Department, Michigan

Night Watchman John W. Craig

Sturgis Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Tuesday, September 26, 1899

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John W. Craig

Night Watchman John Craig was shot and killed while arresting two robbery suspects near Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad station in Sturgis.

The suspects were in a boxcar on a siding and opened fire on him, shooting him before he could return fire. He died almost instantly. Despite posses being formed, the suspects were never caught.

Night Watchman Craig was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 55
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Never apprehended

arrest attempt, robbery

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Night Watchman Craig,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Sturgis.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 26, 2024