Chief of Police Martin J. Ford, Marquette City Police Department, Michigan

Chief of Police Martin J. Ford

Marquette City Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Sunday, August 24, 1924

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Martin J. Ford

Chief Ford was shot and killed while he and his son chased the suspect wanted for murdering Patrolman Thomas Thornton earlier in the day. Chief Ford and his son exchanged shots with the suspect as he attempted to swim across the Chocalay River to escape. Both Chief Ford and his son were killed. The suspect was shot and killed by another officer.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Chief Ford
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Marquette City. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 24, 2024