Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Tuesday, June 17, 1980
Add to My HeroesJosé M. Aponte-Torres
Sergeant José Aponte-Torres succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash five days earlier as he provided an escort for a marathon on Munoz Rivera Avenue.
Another vehicle turned left in front of him, causing him to swerve into a wall. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
He was assigned to the Highway Patrol Division.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Thursday, June 12, 1980
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsSgt. Aponte-Torres,
On today, the 37th 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.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
June 17, 2017
