Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Thursday, January 16, 1997
Add to My HeroesPedro E. Mercado-Alvira
Officer Pedro Mercado-Alvira was shot and killed after stopping a suspicious vehicle.
While talking with the occupants Officer Mercado-Alvira recognized one of them as being a wanted fugitive. Upon asking him to exit the vehicle shots were fired and Officer Mercado-Alvira was struck in the neck, killing him instantly. He was wearing a vest at the time of the incident, and the shooter was captured.
Officer Mercado-Alvira worked with the Puerto Rico Police Department in the District of Ceiba.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsOfficer Mercado-Alvira,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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