Town Marshal Clem Eller, Oak Creek Police Department, Colorado

Town Marshal Clem Eller

Oak Creek Police Department, Colorado

End of Watch Sunday, November 6, 1927

Clem Eller

Town Marshal Clem Eller was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for selling illegal liquor at a dance hall. As Marshal Eller approached the man, the subject drew a handgun and fatally shot him.

Marshal Eller succumbed to his wound the following day.

The suspect was convicted of Marshal Eller's murder and sentenced to life in prison.

Marshal Eller had served with the Oak Creek Police Department for only six months. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 49
Tour 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, November 5, 1927
Weapon Handgun
Offender Sentenced to life

Most Recent Reflection

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It is great to see Marshall Eller finally listed. A while back I discovered he is my great great uncle. I am honored to carry on his memory and family legacy in my career. His is gone, but finally not forgotten.

Sgt. Tim Carpenter
Kirkland Police Department

June 30, 2015