Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Wednesday, February 1, 1956
Add to My HeroesFidel Rivera-Mayol
Policeman Fidel Rivera-Mayol was patrolling the streets of the district of Santurce in San Juan during the day. While crossing a street he was hit in broad daylight by a public transit bus driven by a drunk driver.
Policeman Rivera was known as "3minutes" by his department due to his quick response time when he was called to a scene.
Policeman Rivera-Mayol had previously served with the United States Army in Germany during World War II; he was survived by his wife, son, and four daughters.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Rivera-Mayol
On today, the 59th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during WW II. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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