Agent Don Simpson, Wyoming Department of Game and Fish, Wyoming

Agent Don Simpson

Wyoming Department of Game and Fish, Wyoming

End of Watch Wednesday, October 31, 1945

Don Simpson

Agent Don Simpson and Agent Bill Lakanen were shot to death in the Sierra Madre mountain range near Rawlings, Wyoming, while investigating reports of illegal beaver hunting.

The suspect wanted in connection with their murder died in a cabin fire before being taken into custody.

Bio

Age Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Not available
Offender Died in a fire

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 69th anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 8, 2014