U.S. Army · United States 
Carter Lee Wells
1969
Carter Lee Wells served the U.S. Army for 2 years. Carter served in the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
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.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1953 – 1955
Conflicts
Korean War
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Detroit Police Department
Police Officer
In Our Keeping
Permanent identifier
neuraspine_01krbxtneqrrbex15a314xs3e6
Record added
August 2, 2026
neuraweb.nw
Stewarded by
neuraweb.nw
Last updated
August 2, 2026
This page is permanent and free. No fee to view it, no advertising, no tracking, and no account required. It will not be taken down.
Are you family? This record can be claimed and maintained by those who knew Carter. Claim this record.
Be the first to honor Carter.
Leave a Tribute