Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales

Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales

United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government

End of Watch Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Isaac Morales

Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales succumbed to wounds sustained four days earlier when he was stabbed in an unprovoked attack in El Paso, Texas, while off duty.

Agent Morales and several friend were walking to their cars in the 12000 block of Tierre Este when they were confronted by the subject. Agent Morales identified himself as a United States Border Patrol agent in an attempt to diffuse the situation. The man then attacked him with a knife and stabbed him in the eye.

Despite the wound, Agent Morales chased the subject with several witnesses. The man was subdued by citizens and taken into custody by responding officers.

Agent Morales was transported to a local hospital where he remained in critical condition until passing away on May 24th, 2017.

Agent Morales had served with the United States Border Patrol for eight years and was assigned to the Ysleta Border Patrol Station.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 8 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Stabbed
Location Texas
Incident Date Saturday, May 20, 2017
Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
Offender Charged with murder

off duty

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On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Isaac died in the line of duty.

To the Morales family, fellow border agents, and all who call Isaac beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Agent Morales gave to his community and the citizens of our country and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 24, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 9, 2018