United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
End of Watch Tuesday, April 1, 1975
Add to My HeroesPhillip Nick Lopez
Officer Phillip Lopez was shot and killed after responding to a domestic disturbance on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation in Towaoc, Colorado. Officer Lopez had been called to this site repeatedly for reports of domestic violence. The male suspect drove to Officer Lopez's home and shot the officer multiple times with a .22 caliber rifle, killing him, and then fled the scene before committing suicide.
Officer Lopez had served with the Bureau of Indian Affairs for 7 years. He was survived by his wife and six children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Colorado
- Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Lopez,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 1, 2025
