Lee County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Monday, November 7, 1988
Add to My HeroesJohn Lee Martin
Sergeant John Martin was shot at approximately 3:00 am while investigating a suspicious vehicle parked outside of a building.
The occupant opened fire with a .44 caliber pistol as Sergeant Martin approached the vehicle. Sergeant Martin returned fire, striking the driver's side door several times. He was able to give a description of the suspect and vehicle to backup officers before being transported to a local hospital. He succumbed to his wounds three days later.
The vehicle was found several days later burned beyond recognition except for the bullet holes found in the driver's door. The suspect was later apprehended and sentenced to life in prison.
Sergeant Martin had served with the Lee County Sheriff's Office for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, November 4, 1988
- Weapon Handgun; .44 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 38 ReflectionsYou have a great grand daughter due in April and 2 great grand sons that should have got to meet you I watched your unsolved mystery episode they lied you don't have 4 kids you have 3 your ex wife won't give your blood family your stuff if she reads this it's not yours to keep your son isn't John's son so burning John's stuff is wrong karma will get u we love and miss u grandpa we know your death was planned you will get justice
Destiny Shree Martin
Grand daughter
March 11, 2025
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