Lieutenant Colonel Juan B. Mercado-Vega

Lieutenant Colonel Juan B. Mercado-Vega | Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
Lieutenant Colonel Juan B. Mercado-Vega

Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Thursday, March 11, 1971

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Juan 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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Col. 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.
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March 11, 2021

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