New Mexico Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, New Mexico
End of Watch Sunday, July 13, 1975
Add to My HeroesEdward L. Moreno
Liquor Inspector Edward Moreno was shot after he and his partner responded to a bar in Gallup, New Mexico, questioning the owner on March 7th, 1970.
While inside the bar, Inspector Moreno noticed some men around his vehicle, and he exited the bar to investigate. When he approached the men, he was assaulted. One of the men gained control of his gun and shot him.
Two subjects were arrested at the scene. One suspect was convicted of battery, and the jury recommended clemency in 1970.
Inspector Moreno succumbed to complications of the wounds on July 13th, 1975.
Inspector Moreno was a United States Army veteran. He was survived by his wife and six children.
He is buried at Fort Bayard National Cemetery, Fort Bayard, New Mexico.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, March 7, 1970
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Convicted of Battery
Most Recent Reflection
View all 307 ReflectionsDaddy, missing you, Momma and Brother. I'm happy you are in Heaven with each other. But wish you were all here with us. Love you all bunches.
Cammy Moreno Flores
Daughter
October 19, 2024
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