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Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
Sidney Riegel
- Rank: Policeman
- Serial Number: 4299
- Division: Van Nuys
- Location: 12923 Pierce St.
- Date Killed: Saturday, May 6, 1961
- Cause of Death: Gunshot wound
Rememberance
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 Pacioma. He surrendered to a newspaper reporter a week later.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life on November 9, 1961.
Policeman Riegel was survived by his wife and two daughters. He was a World War II veteran.
Heroism. Valor. In memoriam.
Every day, the members of the LAPD put their lives on the line. We remember and honor the officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty who have lost their lives while serving the people of the City of Los Angeles.