Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch: Friday, June 4, 1926
Age: 28
Tour of Duty: 4 years
Badge Number: 1210
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: June 4, 1926
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Acquitted
Officer Darsee was shot and killed by a suspect believed to be a watchman at a speakeasy at 7567 Vernor Street. His body was taken to a barn at 5500 Tarnow Street and dumped there.
The watchman was arrested, charged with murder, and acquitted. The watchman said he thought he was a hi-jacker.
Officer Darsee had served with the Detroit Police Department for 4 years. He had served as a U.S. Marine during World War 1. He was survived by his wife, three children, his parents and a brother.