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 Pacoima. He surrendered to a newspaper reporter a week later.
On November 9, 1961, suspect, 30, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life.
Policeman Riegel was a United States World War II veteran and served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 15 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 4299
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsEvery station in the city mentioned your name and story today in roll call for roll call training. RIP.
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