Agent Rafael Lopez-Colon

Agent Rafael Lopez-Colon | San Juan Police Department, Puerto Rico
San Juan Police Department, Puerto Rico
Agent Rafael Lopez-Colon

San Juan Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Tuesday, January 15, 2002

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Rafael Lopez-Colon

Agent Rafael Lopez-Colon was shot and killed while interviewing a citizen whose car had been stolen.

As the two were talking, a second officer for unknown reasons, shot Agent Lopez-Colon in the head. The other officer was arrested and charged with first degree murder.

Agent Lopez-Colon had been employed with the San Juan Municipal Police Department for 14 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 37
  • Tour 14 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Charged with murder
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