Washington County Sheriff's Office, Oregon
End of Watch Tuesday, January 2, 1968
Add to My HeroesChester A. Alquist
Reserve Deputy Sheriff Chester Alquist was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting at the scene of a previous accident.
He was placing flares out to alert other drivers of the crash when he was struck and killed.
Reserve Deputy Alquist was one of 24 reserve deputies who had been called into service to assist with traffic control for New Year's Eve.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Alquist,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of of Washington County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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