United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Monday, April 18, 2016
Add to My HeroesJose Daniel Barraza
Border Patrol Agent Jose Barraza was killed in a vehicle crash on I-10, near Fort Hancock, Texas, at approximately 7:30 am.
He was nearing the end of his shift when his patrol truck collided with the rear of a semi near mile marker 78. Agent Barraza was killed at the scene. His canine partner suffered minor injuries.
Agent Barraza had served with the United States Border Patrol for almost eight years and was assigned to the Sierra Blanca Station. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and mother.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 7 years, 8 months
- Badge BE 103
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location Texas
Most Recent Reflection
View all 226 ReflectionsGood morning son, It’s been 5 years!!! To some that’s not a long time. To me....it feels like eternity! There are no words to explain the depth of emptiness, sadness, and knowing you’re not here, on earth. We JUST MISS YOU and would give anything to have you back on earth with us. Please visit me in some way. Good night baby boy!!!! I love you and miss you so much!!!!
Ms. Tammy Avent
Momma Bear of Fallen BPA Jose “Joey” Barraza EOW: 4-18-16.
April 19, 2021
Recent LODD Deaths

Detention Officer Jeremiah James Story
Perry County Sheriff's Office, AR
EOW: June 22, 2022

Deputy Sheriff Austin Derek Aldridge
Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office, SC
EOW: June 21, 2022

Deputy Sheriff J'Mar Colin Abel
Chambers County Sheriff's Office, AL
EOW: June 20, 2022

Police Officer Joseph Anthony Santana
El Monte Police Department, CA
EOW: June 14, 2022

Corporal Michael Domingo Paredes
El Monte Police Department, CA
EOW: June 14, 2022

Deputy Sheriff Austin W. "Melvin" Richardson
Fremont County Sheriff's Office, IA
EOW: June 14, 2022

Correctional Officer IV Jade Drennan
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Correctional Institutions Division, TX
EOW: May 19, 2022

Deputy First Class Glenn R. Hilliard
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office, MD
EOW: June 12, 2022
Detective Justin Michael Terry
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, NV
EOW: June 10, 2022