Out-of-state federal fugitive and reported gang member Silaphanhdeth was located by deputies in the parking lot of a casino, passed out, with wipers going on a dry morning. The evidently groggy suspect had a handgun close by in the car, but had not touched it before Deputy Jason Piazza,shot him to death.
Victim's Name: Sengaroune Silaphanhdeth
Agency Responsible: Butte County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 35
Race: Asian
Date of Death: July 2, 2013
County: Butte
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified by District Attorney
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Rural