Sergeant Miguel A. Rosario-Rondon, Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

Sergeant Miguel A. Rosario-Rondon

Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Thursday, March 11, 1971

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Miguel A. Rosario-Rondon

Sergeant Rosario-Rondon and Lieutenant Colonel Juan Mercado-Vega were shot and killed during a riot at the University of Puerto Rico. The riot started as a result of anti-Vietnam War sentiment directed at the university's ROTC program. Several other civilians and students were also shot and killed during the riot.

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Age 24
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Sgt. Rosario-Rendon,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 11, 2021