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Sheriff Silas Ralston | Gallatin County Sheriff's Department, Montana Gallatin County Sheriff's Department, Montana

Sheriff

Silas Ralston

Gallatin County Sheriff's Department, Montana

End of Watch: Thursday, September 5, 1878

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/5/1878

Weapon: Handgun; Revolver

Suspect: Charged with manslaughter

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Sheriff Silas Ralston was shot and killed as he attempted to stop a quarrel between two men at a saloon in Bozeman. He was killed instantly when one of the men drew a revolver and shot him.

Several witnesses said the suspects revolver discharged accidentally. Others said the killing was intentional. All agreed that the suspect was very intoxicated. He was charged with manslaughter.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 131rst anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.


Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 8, 2009

 

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