San Juan Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Tuesday, January 15, 2002
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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