Police Officer Merlin Ray
Detroit Police Department
Michigan
End of Watch: Sunday, July 17, 1927

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Sunday, July 17, 1927
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer Ray was shot and killed when he attempted to take action during a robbery attempt while off duty. He and several friends were walking home when a suspect attempted to rob them at the intersection of Oakland and Chandler Streets. Officer Ray was shot when he attempted to draw his service weapon. He was transported to Receiving Hospital where he was pronounced dead.