Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, Oregon
End of Watch Thursday, December 1, 1994
Add to My HeroesRobert Ray Anderson
Deputy Robert Sanderson succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained 25 years earlier when he was shot by a prisoner in his custody on March 5, 1969.
The wound caused Deputy Sanderson to become paralyzed. He died from complications of the wound on December 1, 1994.
Deputy Sanderson had served with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office for only six months.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Wednesday, March 5, 1969
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Anderson,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Multnomah County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 1, 2024
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