Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Add to My HeroesMaria Cecilia Rosa
Deputy Sheriff Maria Rosa was shot and killed by two subjects after they identified her as a deputy while attempting to rob her in the 2900 block of Eucalyptus Street in Long Beach.
She was leaving a friend's home to report for duty when two men approached her on bicycles and attempted to rob her. As they took items from her they discovered her gun and badge and immediately opened fire, fatally wounding her.
Both subjects were apprehended and charged with her murder. On May 8th, 2008, the man who shot her was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death. The second subject was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 29 years in prison.
Deputy Rosa had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for six years. She is survived by her sister and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to death
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View all 215 ReflectionsDeputy Rosa,
Thank you so much for your service to the residents of Los Angeles County You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace. I will pray for your family, friends, loved ones and colleagues.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. –
Matthew 5:9
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