Brighton Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch: Friday, March 6, 1908
Age: 26
Tour of Duty: 2 weeks
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: March 6, 1908
Weapon Used: Handgun
Suspect Info: Apprehended
Night Watchman Ellis was shot and killed when he interrupted a burglary at the local post office. He was shot by one of the suspects who was hiding behind a barrel. Despite being mortally wounded, Watchman Ellis returned fire as the suspects fled.
The suspects were later apprehended.
Night Watchman Ellis had served with the Brighton Police Department for only 2 weeks. He was survived by his wife and two children.