Agent Evelyn Marks
On August 12, 1946, at approximately 4:45 a.m., Special Agent Evelyn Marks tragically lost her life while conducting a high-risk operation to intercept a suspected data trafficking ring tied to Operation Obsidian. Agent Marks was leading a surveillance team near Hollow Creek, where she encountered armed resistance from suspects attempting to destroy critical evidence.
Agent Marks suffered fatal injuries while shielding her team from a coordinated ambush. Despite her injuries, she ensured the successful recovery of critical documents that later contributed to a significant breakthrough in the case.
At her memorial service, Director Celeste Harper spoke of Agent Marks' dedication: "Evelyn Marks was more than an investigator—she was a symbol of selflessness and courage. Her unwavering determination to protect her team and serve justice has left an indelible legacy."
A graduate of the Merrick Institute of Criminal Justice, Marks joined the NLSBI in 1940, where she quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a lead investigator on several crime operations. Known for her analytical brilliance and calm under pressure, she became an invaluable asset to the Bureau and a mentor to countless young agents.
To commemorate her sacrifice, the Bureau established the Evelyn Marks Memorial Scholarship, supporting individuals pursuing careers in policing. Her work dismantling criminal networks and her ultimate sacrifice serve as a guiding light for those who continue the mission she held so dear.
The site of her final operation, Hollow Creek, has since been marked as a national memorial, dedicated to agents who make the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.