Deputy Sheriff John Paul Monego

Deputy Sheriff John Paul Monego

Alameda County Sheriff's Office, California

End of Watch Saturday, December 12, 1998

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John Paul Monego

Deputy Sheriff John Monego was shot and killed after responding to a 911 hang-up call at a local restaurant at 6505 Regional Street in Dublin.

Deputy Monego was the second deputy on the scene. When the first deputy went inside the building to investigate the call, she was overpowered by the suspects, who then took her sidearm. As Deputy Monego approached the front door, the suspects opened fire through a glass window, striking him in the chest, slightly above his ballistic vest.

After Monego fell to the ground, the shooter walked outside and shot him five more times at close range. The first deputy then called for assistance as the suspects fled the restaurant. Deputy Monego was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead approximately 20 minutes later.

Three suspects were later arrested after a short pursuit. Each suspect was charged with murder in the commission of a robbery, murder of a police officer, and false imprisonment. The shooter was found guilty and sentenced to life without the possibility of parole.

Deputy Monego had served with the department for nine years. He was survived by his wife, who was a Highway Patrol Officer, and his 18-month-old son.

Bio

  • Age 33
  • Tour 9 years
  • Badge 410

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Friday, December 11, 1998
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to life

911 hangup, robbery in progress, ambushed

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Deputy Sheriff Monego,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Alameda County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 12, 2023

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