Constable Anthony DeLong

Constable Anthony DeLong | Craig Constable's Office, Missouri
Craig Constable's Office, Missouri
Constable Anthony DeLong

Craig Constable's Office, Missouri

End of Watch Saturday, July 30, 1887

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Anthony DeLong

Constable Anthony DeLong succumbed to gunshot wounds received two days earlier as he and others were in a gun battle with a gang of desperadoes responsible for committing all kinds of crimes all over the state. Constable Delong's killer was captured in DeWitt several days later. He was tried and acquitted.

Bio

  • Age 39
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, July 28, 1887
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Acquitted
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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 126th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 23, 2013

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