Police Officer Alex Del Rio
Hollywood Police Department
Florida
End of Watch: Saturday, November 22, 2008

Biographical Info
Age: 31
Tour of Duty: 9 years
Badge Number: 2513

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Automobile accident
Date of Incident: Saturday, November 22, 2008
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Police Officer Alex Del Rio was killed in an automobile accident while attempting to stop a speeding motorist.

The officer observed a motorist speeding eastbound on Sheridan Street. Officer Del Rio followed the car, and then had to take evasive action to avoid hitting a taxi cab. Officer Del Rio lost control of the cruiser and crashed into a tree in the median. His vehicle immediately was engulfed in flames and the officer died from his injuries.

Officer Del Rio had served with the Hollywood Police Department for nine years. He is survived by his parents and two sisters.