Deputy Mark V. Stasyuk, a 27-year-old officer with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department, tragically lost his life on September 17, 2018, while responding to a disturbance call in Rancho Cordova, California. On that fateful day, Deputy Stasyuk and his partner, Officer Julie Robertson, were dispatched to a local auto parts store following reports of a verbal altercation. The initial call did not indicate that the suspect was armed or dangerous.
However, upon their arrival, the situation escalated rapidly as the suspect opened fire on the officers. Deputy Stasyuk was critically wounded in the ensuing gun battle and was transported to UC Davis Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries despite emergency medical efforts. Officer Robertson also sustained injuries but survived the encounter.
The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Anton Lemon Moore, was on probation for a prior gun-related offense at the time of the incident. After the initial shooting, Moore fled the scene on foot, engaging in another gunfight with responding deputies before being apprehended. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds during the confrontation and was subsequently taken into custody and hospitalized for his injuries. Moore's actions led to his arrest and subsequent charges for the murder of Deputy Stasyuk and the attempted murder of other officers involved in the incident.
The death of Deputy Stasyuk prompted a significant outpouring of grief and support from the community and law enforcement agencies. Memorials and tributes were established in his honor, including a dedicated plaque at the location of his death and various memorials at law enforcement facilities. The case against Anton Lemon Moore proceeded through the legal system, with Moore facing serious charges related to the murder of Deputy Stasyuk and the attempted murder of Officer Robertson. The incident highlighted the dangers faced by law enforcement officers and underscored the importance of community support for those who serve and protect.
