Deputy Sheriff Andrew Kriss

Deputy Sheriff Andrew Kriss

San Diego County Sheriff's Department, California

End of Watch Wednesday, May 25, 1864

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Andrew Kriss

Deputy Sheriff Andrew Kriss was shot and killed by a group of bandits involved in the theft of horses and livestock he had followed toward Mexico.

He and a county constable had gone to a ranch in Rancho de las Viejas to round up the horses after they had been deserted. As the two drove the horses back towards town several Californios ran most of the horses off.

The two lawmen tracked the thieves towards Mexico and overtook two of them who had fallen behind. As they continued towards the rest of the thieves a shootout ensued and Deputy Kriss was shot in the head and killed.

Although they had been identified, the suspects were never apprehended.

Deputy Kriss had served with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department for only a few years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.

Bio

  • Age 35
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Never apprehended

larceny

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Deputy Sheriff Kriss,
On today, the 160th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Diego County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 25, 2024

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