United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Friday, July 14, 1989
Add to My HeroesDavid F. Roberson
Supervisor David Roberson was killed in an airplane accident near Yuma, Arizona, while tracking a group of illegal aliens about four miles north of the Mexican border.
His plane stalled, causing it to crash at a steep angle.
Supervisor Roberson had served with the United States Border Patrol for 23 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 23 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
- Location Arizona
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsWell darn! Out of the blue I Googled David Roberson US Border Patrol and was saddened to learn of his death. Back in 1979 I was a Junior at Kingsville, TX. Highschool and worked part time for Tiger Aviation at Kleburg County Airport. David was a flight instructor and taught me how to fly. David had quite the impact on me and was part of my inspiration to later become a police officer for 28 years in the DFW area. He used to ride a brown 70's Gold Wing motorcycle and yes to this day there's a Gold Wing in my garage too. I still fly for fun and use the skills that he taught me as a young teenaged pilot. Wish I had the chance to thank him. Belated condolences to the Roberson family.
Joe Stone
Arlington PD / Student Pilot
October 5, 2021
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