Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It seems that there was a lot of resentment towards Constable Riggs for his aggressive enforcement of the Yost Law, a state alcohol prohibition law that predated federal prohibition. This frustration boiled over during the riot. In an eyewitness testimony, it was stated that prior to his assault, strikers were told to "go after" Riggs because he was the man that "made West Virginia dry".

Adam Hutson
None

February 2, 2023

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 7, 2021

Constable Riggs,
On today, the 101st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Marion County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 24, 2016

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 97th 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 California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 24, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 24, 2012

You have just lost another brother and kindly Sir, you also are hero just by the profession you chose, may your remaing family be blessed and I am sure watched over very careflly by you

Pat Van Den Berghe

February 19, 2012

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Gone but never forgotten.

Deputy T. Luttrell
WCSD-TN

October 6, 2011

Constable Riggs,
Sir, it has taken over 96 years but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Marion County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

September 9, 2011