Otero County Sheriff's Office, Colorado
End of Watch Thursday, December 27, 1973
Add to My HeroesLarry Eugene Smith
Deputy Sheriff Larry Smith was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call.
When he arrived on the scene, he was confronted by a man with a shotgun. He ordered the man to drop the gun, and the two fired at each other almost simultaneously. Deputy Smith was killed at the scene, and the suspect succumbed to his wounds several days later.
Deputy Smith had served with the Otero County Sheriff's Office for one year.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Smith,
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 Otero County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 27, 2023
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