Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Add to My HeroesJosé Fontañez-Correa
Agent José Fontañez-Correa was shot and killed as he and other officers attempted to arrest a suspect in a high narcotics trafficking area.
One of the suspects fled into nearby woods and was pursued by Agent Fontañez-Correa. The suspect opened fire, striking him once.
The suspect was taken into custody a short time later. Agent Fontañez-Correa was transported to a hospital in San Juan where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
Agent Fontañez-Correa had served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 24639
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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