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Elizabeth Chase Butler, a 38-year-old detective with the Santa Cruz Police Department, tragically lost her life on February 26, 2013, while conducting a police investigation on Branciforte Avenue in Santa Cruz, California. Elizabeth, a dedicated officer with a decade of service, was known for her expertise in handling sex crimes investigations. Her commitment to helping victims, particularly women and children, was evident in her meticulous work and compassionate approach. Elizabeth's career als ...Read More
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Elizabeth Chase Butler
Female
White / Caucasian
Santa-cruz
CA
2013-02-26
38
Elizabeth
Chase Butler
11/19/2025
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I've been thinking a lot about Elizabeth Butler's role in the Santa Cruz community and how she was s... ...Read More
01/07/2024
01/07/2024
I’ve been reading about Detective Elizabeth Butler, and what stands out to me is not just her brav... ...Read More
11/19/2023
11/19/2023
It’s really tragic how these events can unfold so suddenly and violently. I've been reading about ... ...Read More
04/20/2023
04/20/2023
