Police Officer Martin P. Clarke

Police Officer Martin P. Clarke | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Police Officer Martin P. Clarke

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Sunday, August 26, 1984

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Martin P. Clarke

Patrolman Martin P. Clarke was killed when his squad car was broadsided by a speeding vehicle at the intersection of 13th Street and Paulina Street.

The driver of the other vehicle fled the scene on foot but was arrested at his home a short time later.

Patrolman Clarke had served with the Chicago Police Department for 18 months. He is survived by his parents, brother, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 26
  • Tour 1 year, 6 months
  • Badge 13453

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Charged with reckless homicide

hit and run, routine driving

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