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Night Watch Officer Christian Anton Madison | Stanley Police Department, North Dakota
Stanley Police Department, North Dakota

Night Watch Officer

Christian Anton Madison

Stanley Police Department, North Dakota

End of Watch: Saturday, August 19, 1922

Biographical Info

Age: 60
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: August 19, 1922
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Sentenced to 20 years

Officer Madison was shot and killed while investigating a disturbance at a local hotel. Upon Officer Madison's arrival he discovered the suspect had left. He pursued the suspect and when he caught him a struggle ensued. The suspect was able to gain control of Officer Madison's weapon and shot him.

Three months later the 45-year-old suspect was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 20 years.

Officer Madision was survived by his wife and four children.