Alamo Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, January 10, 2021
Add to My HeroesArturo Villegas
Police Officer Art Villegas died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in a presumed exposure while on duty.
Officer Villegas had served with the Alamo Police Department for two years. He had previously served with the Lyons Police Department and Oak Park Police Department for 19 years. He is survived by his six children, sister, and three brothers.
Beginning in early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic due to requirements of their job. Many of these first responders have died as a result of COVID-19, and continue to do so as the virus spreads across the United States.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour 21 years
- Badge Alamo 3
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Monday, December 21, 2020
Most Recent Reflection
View all 45 ReflectionsThank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Villegas. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Alamo Police Department.
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