United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, March 27, 1999
Add to My HeroesStephen Michael Sullivan
Border Patrol Agent Stephen Sullivan was killed when the Ford Bronco he was driving overturned and tumbled down a 1,100-foot cliff along Otay Mountain Truck Trail in San Diego County, California.
He was transporting seven suspected illegal immigrants at the time of the crash. Three of the suspected illegal immigrants were killed and the other four were injured.
Agent Sullivan had served with the United States Border Patrol for 18 months. He is survived by his fiancée and parents.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location California
Most Recent Reflection
View all 48 ReflectionsAgent Sullivan,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country and to the Patrol. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 27, 2024
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