Stuart Police Department, Nebraska
End of Watch Sunday, September 27, 1964
Add to My HeroesDelbert Addison
City Marshal Delbert Addison was shot and killed by a father seeking revenge for his son's arrest.
Marshal Addison had arrested the teenager for a traffic violation after giving the boy a warning for the same violation the previous week. The boy's father found Marshal Addison near the town square and began an argument. The man suddenly pulled out a revolver and shot Marshal Addison in front of the marshal's wife. Marshal Addison was transported to Atkison Hospital where he died in surgery.
The suspect was convicted of Marshal Addison's murder and sentenced to life in prison on August 19, 1965. He was paroled on June 23, 1976.
Marshal Addison was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Paroled in 1976
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsCity Marshal Addison,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Stuart. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 27, 2024
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