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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 ...Read More
On August 23, 1985, Officer Ma ...Read More
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Roy Hobson Mardis
Male
White / Caucasian
Lexington
KY
1985-08-23
35
Roy
Hobson Mardis
12/03/2025
Forum Posts (2)
I'm shocked by the details of Officer Mardis' accidental death during that manhunt. It's just such a... ...Read More
03/23/2023
03/23/2023
Has anyone else been thinking about the training for officers involved in high-stress situations lik... ...Read More
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
