Patrolman Antonio Jaramillo

Patrolman Antonio Jaramillo

New Mexico State Police, New Mexico

End of Watch Tuesday, February 2, 1965

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Antonio Jaramillo

Patrolman Antonio Jaramillo was struck and killed by a vehicle while investigating an earlier crash at the intersection of Third Street and Corona Avenue in Santa Rosa.

He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries three days later.

After his death, the suspect was charged with manslaughter and sentenced to one to five years.

Patrolman Jaramillo was a U.S. Air Force veteran and had served with the New Mexico State Police for one year. He was survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, and his father.

Bio

  • Age 25
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle
  • Incident Date Sunday, January 31, 1965

accident investigation

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Patrolman Jaramillo,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Air Force. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 2, 2025

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