Lander County Sheriff's Office, Nevada
End of Watch Saturday, July 16, 1932
Add to My HeroesLouis Batista Chiara
Deputy Sheriff Louis Chiara was shot and killed when he interrupted a car theft in Battle Mountain at approximately 2:00 am. The suspects shot him in the chest and then fled the scene.
Deputy Chiara also served as night watchman for the town of Battle Mountain.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 8 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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View all 7 ReflectionsNever knew Lander County had anyone on the wall. RIP brother.
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