Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, August 14, 1966
Add to My HeroesMarlyn W. Bateson
Detective Marlyn Bateson and Detective William Bell were killed when their unmarked patrol car was struck by a drunk driver.
The detectives were en route to assist another unit on a man-with-a-gun call. The officers were stopped at a red light at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Livernois Street. When the light turned green they entered the intersection and were struck by a drunk driver at a speed of 80 mph.
The suspect was never charged in connection with their deaths but was later convicted of murdering nine women.
Detective Bateson, a U.S. Army veteran, was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Never charged
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View all 12 ReflectionsIt’s been 55 years since you snd my father left us. I hope that you greeted Meta and told her what a wonderful mother she was. I was so excited to speak to Claudia. We wi meet again. Rest in Peace
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