Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Wednesday, February 27, 1974
Add to My HeroesWilliam Charles Marsek
Police Officer William Marsek and Police Officer Bruce N. Garrison were killed during the arrest of a wanted fugitive.
The two officers, assigned to Area Six Special Operations, observed the man enter a tavern at 1818 West Foster Avenue. When the officers entered the tavern, they could not see because of the poor lighting. As the officers moved further inside, the wanted subject opened fire, striking them in the head and chest.
The assailant fled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he was later killed in a shootout with police after taking four children hostage.
Officer Marsek was a United States Marine Corps veteran and served with the Chicago Police Department for almost five years. He was survived by his mother and brother.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 4 years, 11 months
- Badge 14086
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 27 ReflectionsOfficer Marsek,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
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United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 27, 2024
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