Crime & Safety

Baltimore Policewoman Honored For 40-Plus Years Of Service

Martha Sprinkle is believed to be the the longest-serving active female police officer in the United States.

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Officer Martha Sprinkle, who had been on the force since January 12, 1981, is now in her 41st year of service. She’s planning to retire this year.
Officer Martha Sprinkle, who had been on the force since January 12, 1981, is now in her 41st year of service. She’s planning to retire this year. (WJZ)

BALTIMORE, MD — When someone has been around for decades, it could take a lot to surprise them. But on one particular day at Baltimore City Police headquarters, a veteran officer got the surprise of her life.

When Officer Martha Sprinkle walked out into the first-floor lobby of the building off East Fayette Street, she saw long time co-workers who had become friends, Police Commissioner Michael Harrison and several members of her family.

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