Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, February 14, 1997
Add to My HeroesRichard David Barreda
Corporal Richard Barreda was killed when his police motorcycle slid under an illegally parked shuttle bus that was pulling into traffic. Corporal Barreda laid down his motorcycle in an attempt to avoid a collision but slid underneath the vehicle.
He was flown to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries approximately one hour later. The driver of the shuttle bus was acquitted of charges stemming from the accident.
Corporal Barreda had served with the Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport Police Department for four years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and siblings.
The agency's new indoor range was named in honor of Corporal Barreda's service to the airport community.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 519
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 70 ReflectionsCpl. Barreda,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer. 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
February 14, 2022
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