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Reserve Deputy Sheriff Robert Riley | Lane County Sheriff's Department, Oregon Lane County Sheriff's Department, Oregon

Reserve Deputy Sheriff

Robert Riley

Lane County Sheriff's Department, Oregon

End of Watch: Sunday, August 17, 1958

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 36

Tour: 4 years

Badge # 54

Cause: Vehicular assault

Incident Date: 8/17/1958

Weapon: Automobile

Suspect: Not available

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Reserve Deputy Riley was killed in an automobile accident while riding with a Springfield police officer and a merchant patrolman. They were attempting to stop a speeding vehicle they when their patrol car left the roadway and struck a utility pole.

The accident occurred when the driver swerved to avoid a car that had pulled in front of them. The driver of that car was determined to be driving while intoxicated.

Reserve Deputy Riley had served with the agency for 4 years. He was survived by his wife and son. His wife served as a matron for the Lane County Sheriff's Department and his son went on to serve with the Eugene Police Department.

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Deputy Riley, I just saw your profile and want to let you know your not forgotten, At Peace with Honor..

Court Deputy R Clements
King Co. Sheriff
February 20, 2008

 

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