St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Tuesday, October 20, 1936
Add to My HeroesIgnace Rousselle
Constable Rousselle was shot and killed when he went to a home to question a man about stolen farm equipment.
When Constable Rousselle arrived at the home of the suspect's mother where he was staying, the suspect opened fire on him in the doorway. Two shotgun blasts struck Constable Rousselle, who died from his wounds.
The suspect was convicted of Constable Rousselle's murder and sentenced to death. The sentence was ultimately overturned by the state Supreme Court.
Constable Rousselle was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsI am Ignace Rousselle great granddaughter, I never knew him but my grand father spoke accolades of the GREAT man. May he RIP An how ironic I to served for 30 years in our neighboring parish of St Charles as a Police Officer for 30 years. Much love to you g- grand dad RIP An Thank u for for services
Lt. Pat Baudoin , Retired
October 22, 2017
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