Lieutenant Michael C. Avilucea

Lieutenant Michael C. Avilucea

New Mexico State Police, New Mexico

End of Watch Friday, May 30, 2008

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Michael C. Avilucea

Lieutenant Michael Avilucea was killed in an automobile crash in Rio Arriba County while returning from an operation in which he had assisted with recovering explosives.

His patrol car rolled over on US 84, three miles south of Tierra Amarilla, as he returned to his normal duty station.

Lieutenant Avilucea had served with the New Mexico State Police for over 26 years and was the commander of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team. He is survived by his son and brother.

Bio

  • Age 51
  • Tour 26 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

routine driving, single vehicle crash

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Mike, lately memories of you have flooded my brain. The times you would stand at the entrance to basketball games in your uniform always supporting the home team. I remember your smile and your cheerful attitude toward the community and the players. And the few times we had went to your home next to the creek. We never got to say goodbye except for the day you left the tiny southern community. Rest easy Mike. I will forever cherish the memories of you.

Amanda
CHS

February 28, 2024

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