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Sylvester Castillo Villa

Death by Force
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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 ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Sylvester Castillo Villa

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Yuma

    AZ

    1948-01-24

    62

    Sylvester

    Castillo Villa

    11/27/2025

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    07/06/2024
    I've been thinking a lot about the terrible circumstances that Deputy Castillo Villa faced that nigh... ...Read More
    01/03/2024
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