Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Illinois
End of Watch Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Add to My HeroesSean Ian Riley
Deputy Sheriff Sean Riley was shot and killed after responding to assist a motorist near mile marker 115 on I-64 at about 5:00 am.
Another officer responding to back him up found him suffering from fatal gunshot wounds, and his patrol car was missing. The subject later abandoned the patrol car on I-64 before fleeing to St. Peters, Missouri, where he carjacked and shot a citizen. The man then abandoned the vehicle before stealing another vehicle and returning to Illinois. He was taken into custody in the early afternoon.
The suspect was convicted of Deputy Riley's murder and sentenced to life without parole in April 2022.
Deputy Riley had served with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office for three years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Life without parole
Most Recent Reflection
View all 131 ReflectionsThe only reason I looked this up was because I heard Dylan Wolfe’s song Badge 96-6. It was truly amazing what music can do. I’m praying for Sean Riley’s family & friends. Although he isn’t here he isn’t forgotten.
Danyel
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May 13, 2023
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