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David Ralph Sanchez

Case from Paisley, OR dated Dec 01, 1979

Victim Details

David Ralph Sanchez

Male

Paisley

OR

1979-12-01

31

David

Ralph Sanchez

07/16/2026

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In the small town of Paisley, Oregon, a deeply respected law enforcement officer's life was tragically cut short on December 1, 1979. David Ralph Sanchez, a 31-year-old male, had been with the Lake County Sheriff's Office for only six months, having previously served for a decade with the Fresno County, California, Sheriff's Office. He was a married father of a son and a daughter, known in the community for his gentle kindness despite his commanding presence.

On that fateful Saturday even ...
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