Patrolman Guadalupe J. Martinez

Patrolman Guadalupe J. Martinez | San Antonio Police Department, Texas
San Antonio Police Department, Texas
Patrolman Guadalupe J. Martinez

San Antonio Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Friday, September 4, 1970

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Guadalupe J. Martinez

Patrolman Guadalupe Martinez was shot and killed while he and his partner attempted to talk an elderly man into dropping his gun. The suspect was standing on his front porch when he suddenly raised the weapon and shot Patrolman Martinez. His partner returned fire and killed the suspect.

Patrolman Martinez had been with the agency for one year.

Bio

  • Age 23
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge 393

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed
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Patrolman Martinez,
On today, the 50th 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.

R.I.P.
USBP

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September 4, 2020

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