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William Dillemuth

Case from Buffalo, NY dated Oct 20, 1989

Victim Details

William M. Dillemuth

Male

White / Caucasian

Buffalo

NY

1989-10-20

44

William

Dillemuth

07/27/2026

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On a tragic afternoon in October of 1989, a dedicated public servant's life was cut short in the line of duty. Deputy William M. Dillemuth, a 44-year-old male and a 23-year veteran of the Erie County Sheriff's Office, was killed on October 20th. The events unfolded in the town of Clarence, New York, at a residence on Kraus Road as Deputy Dillemuth and his partner were attempting to serve a warrant.

At approximately 1:30 p.m., as the two deputies approached the house, they were met with gu ...
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  • Deputy William M. Dillemuth | Erie County Sheriff's Office, New York
  • DA ASKS MAXIMUM TERM IN DEPUTY'S DEATH - Buffalo News
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