Officer Julio Herrera, Lubbock Police Department, Texas

Officer Julio Herrera

Lubbock Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, July 19, 1947

Julio Herrera

Officer Herrera was shot and killed while talking with a subject he had arrested earlier in that night.

During their discussion, a second subject snuck up behind him and grabbed his service weapon and used it to shoot him four times. The shooter then stabbed him three times, once through the heart. Officer Herrera was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The suspect was apprehended and charged with Officer Herrera's murder. He was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. The incident occurred in front of Officer Herrera's home.

Officer Herrera had been a Special Officer with his agency for five years and served as a translator.

Bio

Age 57
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Apprehended

Most Recent Reflection

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 76th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 12, 2013