Detective Michael J. Ellis, Jr., San Antonio Police Department, Texas

Detective Michael J. Ellis, Jr.

San Antonio Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, May 11, 1944

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Michael J. Ellis, Jr.

Detective Ellis was shot and killed after responding to a report of a shooting. When the detectives arrived at the scene they spotted the suspect running down the street. The man fired at the patrol car and continued running. Detective Ellis began to chase the man but was shot twice and killed. The suspect then committed suicide.

Detective Ellis had been with the agency for five years and was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Committed suicide

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Det. Ellis,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Antonio. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 11, 2024