Policeman Sidney Riegel, Los Angeles Police Department, California

Policeman Sidney Riegel

Los Angeles Police Department, California

End of Watch Saturday, May 6, 1961

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Sidney Riegel

Policeman Sidney Riegel was shot and killed, and his partner was seriously wounded by an ex-convict wanted for robbing a liquor store.

The suspect opened fire on the officers when they attempted to arrest him outside a residence on Pierce Street in Pacoima. He surrendered to a newspaper reporter a week later.

On November 9, 1961, suspect, 30, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life.

Policeman Riegel was a United States World War II veteran and served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 15 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 15 years
Badge 4299
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Sentenced to life

arrest attempt, convicted felon

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The actions of LAPD chief Moore are disgusting and so disrespectful of the officers on this site. I was raised not as a victim but to be a productive member of society. To all the so-called victims out there whose feelings may be hurt by the Blue line flag, I say tough luck and quit whining!

Elaine S Riegel
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January 17, 2023