Springerville Police Department, Arizona
End of Watch Thursday, September 25, 1975
Add to My HeroesSamuel Jaramillo
Marshal Sam Jaramillo was shot and killed after responding to a domestic disturbance. Marshal Jaramillo had responded to the home on several previous occasions as well.
The suspect, 24, was apprehended and sentenced to life in prison. He was released on February 13, 2006.
Marshal Jaramillo was a United States Army veteran who had served with the Springerville Police Department for 12 years and previously served with the Silver City Police Department in New Mexico for five years. He was survived by his wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 17 years
- Badge 150
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Released in 2006
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