New Mexico State Police, New Mexico
End of Watch Saturday, September 30, 1967
Add to My HeroesRobert Romero
Agent Robert Romero was killed in an automobile crash on US 64 (modern-day US 84/285), three miles south of Espanola while returning to Santa Fe following an investigation in Chama.
He was assigned to the Attorney General's Office at the time of the crash.
Agent Romero was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and had served with the New Mexico State Police for eight years. He was survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsTo fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 46th anniversary year of your death.
Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
August 13, 2013
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