Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Friday, May 12, 1995
Add to My HeroesStephen Wayne Blair
Deputy Sheriff Stephen Blair was shot and killed while contacting two known gang members in the 5200 block of Walnut Avenue.
He was shot as he stepped out of his patrol car. The shooter was arrested and charged with murdering a peace officer. The man was convicted and sentenced to death.
Deputy Blair had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for over nine years. He is survived by his wife and three sons. In 2018, one of his sons became a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Sheriff.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 9 years, 9 months
- Badge 257
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 171 ReflectionsMy Dearest Steve,
Thinking of you today (4/23) on what would’ve been your birthday. We are doing a car show in memory of you, with the Z28, as I write this…We keep it just as you left it and try to maintain it in your memory. .We did a car show two days ago and won Best of Show! We continue to do Kool April Nites every year in honor of you during your birthday week…Wish you could be here. We love you, we miss you and think of you every day…
Loving you always…
Dana Blair
Widow of Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff Steve Blair EOW 05/12/1995
April 23, 2025
