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Michael James Hislope
- Feb. 24, 2026 -
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| Resided: |
MO, USA
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| Born: | Feb. 17, 1986 |
| Fallen: | Feb. 24, 2026 |
| Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 40 yrs. of age |
| | Agency |
| Dept: | Christian County Sheriff's Office - MO
110 W Church St
Ozark, MO
65721 USA
(417)581-1520 |
| County: | Christian |
| Dept. Type: | County/Police |
| Hero's Rank: | Deputy |
| Sworn Date: | Unk |
| FBI Class: | Homicide - Gun |
| Weapon Class: | Firearm |
| Agency URL: | Click Here
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| On The Job: |
6 years
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| Bio: Michael James Hislope was born to Pamela Hislope and Darrell Hislope. Michael graduated from Ozark High School in 2004 and went on to live a life defined by service, strength, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Michael joined the United States Army in 2011 and proudly served his country as a Sergeant on active duty with the 82nd Airborne Division and the 173rd Airborne Brigade, and later with the Missouri National Guard, completing multiple combat deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Michael proudly served in the Missouri National Guard from 2016-2019. He led with courage, strength, and discipline, earning the respect of those who served beside him. His life was marked by sacrifice and unwavering commitment to something greater than himself.
After leaving the military, he continued his commitment to protecting others by beginning his law enforcement career with the North County Police Cooperative in the St. Louis area. He later returned home to serve his community as a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff's Department from 2019 to 2026. Whether serving overseas or here at home, he carried himself with integrity, strength, and an unshakable sense of duty.
He was a man who loved working with his hands. He took pride in fixing vehicles and working on home renovation projects. He enjoyed watching sports and was a devoted fan of the Detroit Red Wings and the Detroit Lions. He valued fitness and adventure and had a deep passion for continuing his education. He was always striving to grow and better himself. Above all, nothing brought him more joy than playing hockey with his son Ivan. Time spent on the ice with Ivan was his greatest happiness and where his heart as a father and mentor shined the brightest.
Michael will be remembered as courageous, disciplined, loyal, honorable, determined, steadfast, and deeply devoted to his family. He was a natural leader and mentor who consistently encouraged others to rise higher and become the best version of themselves. |
Fatal Incident Summary
| Offender: |
Richard Dean Bird :: Caucasian
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Male
- 45 years old
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| Location: |
MO
USA
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| Summary: |
Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend the suspect who had killed Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez.
Around 4:00 p.m., a man shot and killed Deputy Ramirez during a traffic stop before fleeing. Responding officers found the suspect's truck abandoned near Reeds Spring on State Highway 160. Using the suspect's heat signature, the Missouri State Highway Patrol tracked the suspect in the woods. When they approached the suspect, he fired at officers, striking and wounding two deputies, one with the Christian County Sheriff's Office and the other with the Webster County Sheriff's Office. When Deputy Hislope went to their aid, he was shot and killed by the suspect.
The suspect, a convicted felon who had posted bail for an additional crime on February 20, 2026, was killed in return gunfire.
Deputy Hislope was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Christian County Sheriff's Office for over six years.
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Gabriel Ramirez
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Last Updated: Mar. 01, 2026 |
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