Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, May 6, 1961
Add to My HeroesSidney Riegel
Policeman Sidney Riegel was shot and killed and his partner was seriously wounded by an ex-convict wanted for robbing a liquor store. The suspect opened fire on the officers when they attempted to arrest him outside a residence on Pierce Street in Pacioma. He surrendered to a newspaper reporter a week later.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life on November 9, 1961.
Policeman Riegel was survived by his wife and two daughters. He was a World War II veteran.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 4299
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
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