Thayer Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Friday, April 17, 1931
Add to My HeroesAugustus W. Pease
Marshal Pease succumbed to gunshot wounds received three days earlier while conducting raid. He had banged on a door and identified himself as an officer. The suspect inside opened fire through the door, striking Marshal Pease in the chest and stomach. The suspect was sentenced to 20 years.
Marshal Pease was survived by his wife, son, and two stepchildren.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, April 14, 1931
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the one 81rst anniversary of your death. 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.
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
April 17, 2012
