Lieutenant Colonel Juan B. Mercado-Vega
Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Thursday, March 11, 1971
Add to My HeroesJuan B. Mercado-Vega
Lieutenant Colonel Mercado-Vega and Sergeant Miguel Rosario-Rondon were shot and killed during a riot at the University of Puerto Rico. The riot started as a result of anti-Vietnam War sentiment directed at the university's ROTC program. Several other civilians and students were also shot and killed during the riot.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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View all 17 ReflectionsCol. Mercado-Vega,
On today, the 50th 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
March 11, 2021
