Lieutenant William Sibrava, Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department, New Mexico

Lieutenant William Sibrava

Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department, New Mexico

End of Watch Friday, May 27, 1994

William Sibrava

Lieutenant William Sibrava was shot and killed while attempting to serve an involuntary mental commitment order on the son of a state attorney. While at the residence the son opened fire, striking his father once and Lieutenant Sibrava twice.

Although mortally wounded, Lieutenant Sibrava was able to return fire and strike the suspect. Backup deputies were engaged in a gunfight with the suspect, who died at the scene after being shot a total of 15 times.

Lieutenant Sibrava had served with the department for 19 years and had planned to retire the following year.

Bio

Age 51
Tour 19 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Bill Sibrava and his wife Angie were friends of me and my wife Lolita. I was stationed at Kirtland AFB with the Security Police. Our families did many BBQ's and dinners. Watching the evening news that day is how I learned of these events.

Bill, you were a great friend. Rest in Peace Sheriffs Lieutenant William Sibrava. To the men and women if the BCSO, stay safe today and always.

Ton

CO II Thomas L. Stewart
Retired Las Vegas Police Dept

March 22, 2018