Fresno County Constable's Office - Fowler Judicial District, California
End of Watch Friday, January 26, 1962
Add to My HeroesRichard Phillip Valdez
Constable Richard Valdez was killed in a single-car crash when his vehicle skidded off of a highway and struck a tree. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Constable Valdez had been the elected constable of the Fowler Judicial District for five years. He was survived by his expectant wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsHappy Birthday Dad even though I’ve never met you. I believe there’s a part of you that’s in me that I will cherish forever
Growing up I’ve heard a lot of great things about you, and it was really nice to hear you were such a great guy, well until we meet again I love you.
Your son Mark
Mark Valdez
Son
September 7, 2023
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