Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna

Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna | Laredo Police Department, Texas Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna | Laredo Police Department, Texas
Laredo Police Department, Texas
Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna | Laredo Police Department, Texas
Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna | Laredo Police Department, Texas
Patrol Officer Victor Pablo Serna

Laredo Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, September 12, 1984

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Victor Pablo Serna

Officer Victor Serna was shot and killed after responding to a disturbance call at 11:06 p.m.

After officers arrested two suspects, a juvenile began throwing rocks at the officers. As Officer Serna entered the yard where the juvenile was throwing rocks, another man shot Officer Serna in the face with a shotgun. Officer Serna was transported to Mercy Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds after midnight.

The 18-year-old was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Officer Serna had served with the Laredo Police Department for three years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Tuesday, September 11, 1984
  • Weapon Shotgun
  • Offender Sentenced to 20 years

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Officer Serna,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Laredo. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 12, 2024

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