Starbuck Police Department, Washington
End of Watch Friday, October 19, 1928
Add to My HeroesJames S. Smith
Marshal Smith was serving a meal in the town jail when he was shot and killed by a prisoner. Another person had smuggled a gun to the prisoner. The suspect was found hiding in an old well four days later in the Snake River Hills.
On December 14, 1925, the suspect, 25, was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced from 30 to 50 years. The suspect who gave him the gun was charged in connection with the murder,
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 50 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
October 19, 2011
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