Farmington Police Department, New Mexico
End of Watch Thursday, July 9, 1992
Add to My HeroesVictoria Louise Chavez
Officer Vickie Chavez was shot and killed while conducting a vacation check of a local residence at 11:15 am.
When she arrived at the house, the owner's son emerged from the residence with a shotgun and opened fire, shooting her before she had an opportunity to exit her patrol car.
The suspect was arrested 1 1/2 hours later, near the Colorado border. He was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Chavez had served with the Farmington Police Department for 18 months. She is survived by her husband and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Life in Prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 33 ReflectionsOfficer Chavez,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Farmington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 9, 2022
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