Carter Lee Wells served in the U.S. Army for 2 years. Carter served during the years of the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Police Officer Carter Wells was shot and killed with his own service weapon while making a traffic stop at E. Jefferson Ave. and Walker Street. During the traffic stop, he was leaning into the patrol car when the suspect grabbed his service weapon and shot him. The subject fled the scene but was apprehended following a pursuit. The man was convicted of Officer Wells' murder and sentenced to life in prison but was paroled after serving only 13 years. Officer Wells served with the Detroit Police Department for 13 years.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Police Officer Wells gave the Detroit Police Department 13 years.
Thank you for your service to the Detroit community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Police Officer Wells.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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