DeKalb County Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, September 13, 1998
Add to My HeroesRicardo J. Torres
Police Officer Ricardo Torres was killed in an automobile crash on Cedar Grove Road while en route to a call involving an armed subject at approximately 5:30 am.
He was thrown from the vehicle when it left the roadway and struck a fixed object.
Officer Torres had served with the DeKalb County Police Department for one year. He is survived by his wife, two sisters, and mother.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 1988
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 28 ReflectionsOfficer Torres,
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 DeKalb County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
[email protected]
September 13, 2023
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