El Paso Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, March 17, 1951
Ralph O. Marmolejo
Detective Ralph Marmolejo was shot and killed while he and his partner searched for two suspicious men they observed entering a railroad yard.
The officers decided to split up to better search the area. When Detective Marmolejo discovered one of the suspects he was shot in the abdomen. He was able to return fire and wound the suspect. The suspect claimed he was only attempting to scare Detective Marmolejo in an attempt to escape.
Detective Marmolejo was survived by his wife and two infant daughters.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and wounded
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsGrandpa Ralph, though I never new you, your commitment to serve lives on in me. May your great-grandsons also have that same desire. Live Jesus in our hearts....forever.
Walter A. Boyle
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May 16, 2015
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