Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Monday, March 10, 2014
Add to My HeroesJoaquín Correa-Ortega
Agent Joaquín Correa-Ortega was shot and killed while conducting an undercover arms purchase in a wooded area off of PR-924, in the Pitaya neighborhood in Humacao. He and another agent were at an illegal fair frequently used to conduct the illegal trade of vehicles, horses, and other items.
They were in the process of conducting a transaction with several subjects when they were fired upon. Agent Correa-Ortega was killed and the other agent was shot in the head and wounded.
Four subjects were arrested and charged in connection with his murder.
Agent Correa-Ortega had served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 12 years and was assigned to the Criminal Intelligence Unit. He is survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 27284
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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View all 157 ReflectionsJohn 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
September 12, 2018
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