Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Friday, May 12, 1995
Add to My HeroesStephen Wayne Blair
Deputy Sheriff Stephen Blair was shot and killed while contacting two known gang members in the 5200 block of Walnut Avenue.
He was shot as he stepped out of his patrol car. The shooter was arrested and charged with murdering a peace officer. The man was convicted and sentenced to death.
Deputy Blair had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for over nine years. He is survived by his wife and three sons. In 2018, one of his sons became a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Sheriff.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 9 years, 9 months
- Badge 257
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 168 ReflectionsMiss you my big Steve thankful that you were such a big brother figure to me in my teens you were truly one of my favorite people miss you picking me up from school snd you taking me to McDonalds!!! Even at my low times you made me laugh!! Love you miss you Mags!!!
Margaret Diserio Wilkerson
Sister
February 18, 2024
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