Costilla County Sheriff's Office, Colorado
End of Watch Monday, April 16, 1973
Add to My HeroesRudolpho Filberto Sanchez
Deputy Sanchez was shot and killed after responding to a fight at a local bar. While on the scene he was shot with a .22 caliber pistol. Four suspects fled the scene and were later arrested in New Mexico. One of the suspects was tried but was found not guilty.
Deputy Sanchez had served with the agency for 1 year. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
- Offender Acquitted
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