Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Friday, August 9, 1996
Add to My HeroesMiguel A. Ocasio-Vazquez
Police Officer Miguel A. Ocasio-Vazquez was shot and killed while responding to assist in a pursuit following a robbery.
The vehicle Officer Ocasio-Vazquez was in intercepted the vehicle on PR-1, in Caguas. The suspects opened fire with rifles, striking Officer Ocasio-Vazquez in the head. The patrol car then crashed, injuring the other two officers in it.
Officer Ocasio-Vazquez had served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 18 years. He was survived by his five children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 18 years
- Badge 2707
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Ocasio-Vazquez,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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