Grant County Sheriff's Office, New Mexico
End of Watch Saturday, February 28, 1981
Add to My HeroesBenjamin L. Green
Deputy Green was shot and killed in an ambush while investigating reports of a prowler with a rifle near Pinos Altos.
While Deputy Green and his partner searched around a home, the suspect, who was hiding in a tree, shot Deputy Green in the chest with the rifle. Deputy Green was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wound later in the day.
The suspect fled the scene but was arrested near Clifton, Arizona. The man was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Deputy Green was survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, and three stepchildren.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Life in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 34 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Green,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Grant County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 28, 2021
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