United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Friday, January 19, 1996
Add to My HeroesJefferson L. Barr
Border Patrol Agent Jefferson Barr was shot and killed near Black Bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas, while attempting to arrest four drug smugglers at about 10:30 pm.
During the arrest, one suspect pulled out a gun and shot him in the shoulder. The bullet traveled downward, severing his aorta and causing severe internal damage.
Despite being wounded, Agent Barr was able to return fire and wounded two of the suspects. One of the wounded suspects was taken into custody and the other was located in a hospital in Mexico.
201 pounds of marijuana were found at the scene of the shooting.
Agent Barr had served with the United States Border Patrol for eight years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Texas
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Two suspects shot and wounded
Most Recent Reflection
View all 37 ReflectionsJeff,
Tomorrow is Memorial Day, 28 years after your End-Of-Watch in Eagle Pass. I have long since retired from CBP Air & Marine. I work for an airline and often pass over Brady, TX where you are interned. This past week I had the opportunity to honor your service and salute you as we passed over Brady. I salute you as a hero who served this great nation. I am proud to have worked with you and trained under you.
Gary Baer, Air Interdiction Agent (ret)
US CBP Office of Air & Marine
May 27, 2024
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