Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, March 26, 1997
Add to My HeroesRoel Garcia
Corporal Roel Garcia was killed when he was involved in an accident with an oil field truck. Corporal Garcia was en route to a drug task force when the truck pulled out in front of him, causing his patrol car to strike the rear of the truck. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
Corporal Garcia had served with the Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol for 16 years.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 3166
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 31 ReflectionsCpl. Garcia,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Texas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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