Rosebud County Sheriff's Office, Montana
End of Watch Saturday, December 16, 1911
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Undersheriff Bitle was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest cattle thieves. A father and son were arrested and charged with murder. The father was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years.
Undersheriff Bitle was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYou are remembered by all of your family. Thank you for your service and your heroism. You were my Grandpa's brother and we still pass on the news articles of the your sacrifice. Love and Rest In Peace
Correction on spelling of his last name, BITLE.
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