Police Officer William J. Martin
Baltimore City Police Department
Maryland
End of Watch: Tuesday, October 10, 1989

Biographical Info
Age: 37
Tour of Duty: 10 years
Badge Number: 2520

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Tuesday, October 10, 1989
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Officer William Martin was shot and killed after he and two other officers responded to a report of drug dealing at an apartment building. Officer Martin entered the front door and the other two officers went to cover the rear of the building. As Officer Martin walked up the stairs the suspect ambushed him and shot him in the head. The other officers were able to return fire and wound the suspect before taking him into custody. The suspect was subsequently sentenced to life in prison. Officer Martin succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Officer Martin had served with the agency for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.