Webb County Sheriff's Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, May 8, 1980
Juan Gilberto Guerrero, Jr.
Detention Officer Juan Guerrero was killed at the Webb County Detention Center when the guard tower he was assigned to was struck by lightning.
Officer Guerrero was survived by his fiancee, parents, sister, and three brothers. He was buried in the Laredo City Cemetery. He had served as a detention officer for less than one year and was to be married the next day.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Weather/Natural disaster
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRest in Peace Detention Officer Juan Gilberto Guerrero Jr.. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice performing a very under appreciated job. You protected the citizens of Webb County, Texas from the criminal element. You Sir have earned your wings!
I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.
Amen.
Senior Special Agent B.L. Sherwood (Ret)
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