Oronogo Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch: Friday, July 26, 1974
Age: 38
Tour of Duty: 6 months
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: July 26, 1974
Weapon Used: Shotgun; 410 gauge
Suspect Info: Shot and killed
Marshal Melvin Stiles was shot and killed after he and another officer responded to a disturbance call at 401 Grant Street.
As the officers attempted to arrest three brothers, one of the brothers opened fire with a 410 shotgun, striking Marshal Stiles in the chest. Marshal Stiles and the other officer were able to return fire, killing the subject.
Marshal Stiles had served with the Oronogo Police Department for just six months. He was survived by his wife and three children.