Miami-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, December 7, 1999
Add to My HeroesRoberto Luis Calderon
Police Officer Robert Calderon was killed when his patrol car collided with a transit bus while he was responding to a non-emergency call.
The collision occurred at the intersection of the South Miami-Dade Busway and Hibiscus Street in Perine. He and his partner were in the bus lane that runs parallel to U.S. Route 1 when the crash occurred. Officer Calderon's partner was transported to a local hospital in serious but stable condition.
The driver of the bus was charged with running a red light as a result of the ensuing crash investigation.
Officer Calderon had served with the Miami-Dade Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, parents, two sisters, and a brother. His father-in-law was also a Miami-Dade Police officer.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 3113
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 47 ReflectionsOfficer Calderon,
On today, the 25th 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 USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 7, 2024
