Washington County Sheriff's Office, Arkansas
End of Watch Monday, February 20, 1967
Add to My HeroesCasto C. Robertson
Deputy Sheriff Casto Robertson was shot and killed as he and other deputies attempted to serve a warrant at a home in Lincoln.
The subject was wanted for the theft of several guns. He had been placed in custody and in the patrol car when his wife came out of the home and distracted the deputies. The man used the distraction as an opportunity to draw a .22 caliber handgun he had concealed on his person. He shot and critically wounded the other deputy and fatally shot Deputy Robertson.
He then fled in his vehicle but was arrested after a high-speed pursuit.
The man was convicted of Deputy Robertson's murder and died in prison serving a life sentence.
Deputy Robertson was a military veteran and had served with the Washington County Sheriff's Office for four years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
- Offender Died in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 45th 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.
Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 20, 2012
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