Clark County Sheriff's Office, Washington
End of Watch Monday, August 7, 1922
Add to My HeroesWillfred E. Rorisen
Deputy Willfred Rorisen was shot and killed while assisting a federal prohibition agents raid on a still in a rural part of the county.
When the officers arrived they encountered one of the suspects making moonshine and attempted to arrest him. The man opened fire with a 30-30 rifle, fatally wounding Deputy Rorisen. The other agents were able to return fire and killed the suspect.
Deputy Rorisen was survived by his wife and other family members.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .30-.30
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Rorisen,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Clark County.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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