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Roy Hobson Mardis

Case from Lexington, KY dated Aug 23, 1985

Victim Details

Roy Hobson Mardis

Male

White / Caucasian

Lexington

KY

1985-08-23

35

Roy

Hobson Mardis

06/21/2026

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In the late summer of 1985, a dedicated and highly commended police officer, Roy Hobson Mardis, a 35-year-old male, tragically lost his life in the line of duty. A 13-year veteran of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Police Department, Mardis was renowned for his skill as a K-9 handler and had been named Officer of the Year in 1985. His commitment to his community was evident in the 61 other commendations he had received throughout his distinguished career.

On August 23, 1985, Officer Ma ...
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    I'm shocked by the details of Officer Mardis' accidental death during that manhunt. It's just such a... ...Read More
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