Policeman Eduardo J. Bigas-Mendez, Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

Policeman Eduardo J. Bigas-Mendez

Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Thursday, July 22, 1976

Eduardo J. Bigas-Mendez

Poilceman Eduardo Bigas-Mendez was shot six times and killed on July 22nd, 1976, while investigating a burglary in Ponce, Puerto Rico.

Bio

Age 29
Tour Not available
Badge 4056

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

burglary

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 37th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 15, 2013