Starr County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, December 1, 1881
Add to My HeroesJohn E. Martin
Sheriff John Martin and a citizen were shot to death after being ambushed while returning to Rio Grande City after serving citations.
The two had been collecting taxes and were murdered in a robbery of the tax proceeds.
Sheriff Martin had served as sheriff for a total of 3-1/2 years over two different terms. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsI just found out that Sheriff Martin is my GGG grandfather. His surviving son was William D Martin SR who married Liciana Martin and had 7 children in Starr County Texas. My grandpa was William D Martin JR. My father is Richard L Martin and his brother is William D Martin III. I am deeply moved and proud about this information.
Jason Richard Martin
Jason Martin
Great Great Great Grandson
January 4, 2015
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