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Sylvester Castillo Villa

Case from Yuma, AZ dated Jan 24, 1948

Victim Details

Sylvester Castillo Villa

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Yuma

AZ

1948-01-24

62

Sylvester

Castillo Villa

07/02/2026

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In the quiet desert landscape of Yuma, Arizona, a veteran lawman's life was tragically cut short in the line of duty. Deputy Sheriff Sylvester Castillo Villa, a 62-year-old Hispanic male, was known for his exceptional tracking skills, a talent that would ultimately lead him into a fatal confrontation. For 13 years, he had served the Yuma County Sheriff's Office, earning a reputation as an expert in his field.

On the evening of Saturday, January 24, 1948, Deputy Villa was called upon to in ...
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    Does anyone know more about the Sylvester Villa Memorial events in Yuma? I recently learned about th... ...Read More
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