Elko Police Department, Nevada
End of Watch Thursday, February 20, 1975
Add to My HeroesClyde A. "Rusty" Walters
Patrolman Walters succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained three days earlier while he and his partner attempted to serve a warrant on a juvenile suspect. The officers went to the boy's work and informed him he had to go to jail. The boy dropped a broom, bent behind a workbench, and came up firing a .22 caliber revolver. Patrolman Walters was struck twice and mortally wounded. Both he and his partner were able to return fire and kill the suspect.
Patrolman Walters had been with the agency for three years and had also served with the Washoe County Sheriff's Department, Carlin Police Department and Nevada Youth Training Center. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Monday, February 17, 1975
- Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 26 ReflectionsPatrolman Walters,
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 Elko. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 20, 2025
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