Cleveland Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, September 27, 2010
Martin Arnold Stanton
Sergeant Martin Stanton suffered a fatal heart attack after being involved in two separate foot pursuits on September 22nd, 2010.
He had been involved in the first foot pursuit while backing up other officers on a traffic stop in front of 3432 West 118th Street. Following the apprehension of the subjects, Sergeant Stanton stated he felt ill, but refused medical treatment and continued his shift. A short time later he observed a subject tampering with vehicles on Montrose Avenue. The man fled on foot when Sergeant Stanton confronted him.
Sergeant Stanton chased the man over several fences as he pursued the man through a neighborhood, but was unable to catch him. His condition continued to deteriorate and he passed away at home on September 27th, 2010.
Sergeant Stanton had served with the Cleveland Police Department for 16 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 9920
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Incident Date Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Sergeant Martin Arnold Stanton Cleveland Police Department, Ohio and the additional 69 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
End of Watch: Monday, September 27, 2010
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
September 27, 2017
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