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Benjamin Martin

Case from Moweaqua, IL dated Feb 01, 1902

Victim Details

Town Benjamin A. Ben

Male

White / Caucasian

Moweaqua

IL

1902-02-01

41

Benjamin

Martin

07/02/2026

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Town Constable Benjamin A. "Ben" Martin, a 41-year-old white male, was tragically killed on February 1, 1902, in Moweaqua, Illinois. Constable Martin was attempting to arrest a restaurant proprietor on a warrant for illegally selling liquor. When Constable Martin informed the suspect of the arrest, the suspect responded defiantly, saying, "Come and get me." As Constable Martin approached, the suspect raised a shotgun and fired both barrels, killing Constable Martin instantly.

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