Guadalupe Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, April 13, 1969
Samuel Sanchez
Officer Sanchez was transporting three prisoners to the jail in Santa Maria when his vehicle was struck by a vehicle being operated by a drunk driver. Two of the prisoners were also killed.
Officer Sanchez had served with the Guadalupe Police Department for 4 years.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 5
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
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