McPherson Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Sunday, May 14, 1933
Add to My HeroesCharles Marrion Bruce
Night Chief Charles Bruce was shot and killed after interrupting a burglary at a local gas station.
After informing the owner of the station, he returned to the location and found several men in front of the business. They opened fire on him, fatally wounding him. The suspects were later shot and killed by a posse.
Chief Bruce was a United States Army WWI veteran. He was survived by his wife, three sons, and a daughter.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsChief Bruce,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of McPherson. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
May 14, 2023
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