Oak Creek Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Sunday, November 6, 1927
Add to My HeroesClem 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
View all 4 ReflectionsIt 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.
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