Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Add to My HeroesJesus Vargas
Deputy Sheriff Jesus Vargas was shot and killed while serving a warrant at Stella Link Road north of Interstate 610 in Houston at 11:30 a.m.
Deputy Vargas was transported to the Ben Taub Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
The suspect, who was a repeat violent offender, fled the scene.
Deputy Vargas had served with the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office for 17 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not apprehended
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