Officer Saul Martinez

Officer Saul Martinez | California Highway Patrol, California
California Highway Patrol, California
Officer Saul Martinez

California Highway Patrol, California

End of Watch Thursday, May 15, 1997

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Saul Martinez

Officer Martinez died after being unconscious since the early morning hours of May 8, 1997, after he was struck by a vehicle. Officer Martinez and his partner were walking back to their cruiser after stopping for a vehicle on the side of the road when a speeding car, which was driving on the shoulder, struck him. Just before it struck him he pushed his partner out of the way, saving his life. The misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter trial of the driver ended in a mistrial in 2000.
Officer Martinez had his organs donated for the benefit of others. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 38
  • Tour 8 years
  • Badge 12555

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle
  • Incident Date Thursday, May 8, 1997
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Officer Martinez,
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 the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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