Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Serna,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Laredo. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 12, 2024

On this 40th anniversary, I remember Off Victor Serna for his ultimate sacrifice. 40 years later, I now put on the uniform and perform the same job he did with much love and professionalism. You are my hero and I'm glad to have joined the Laredo Police Department and become part of a great organization that is like family. Thank you Off. Serna for your sacrifice and know my brother in blue, you are not forgotten.

Sgt. Jesus Manuel Vaquera
Laredo Police Department

September 11, 2024

Rest in peace Patrol Officer Serna.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2021

Thank you for your service and rest in peace always knowing that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 12, 2020

I too worked with Officer Serna, He was a good man, a good family man and a good Officer. I had the pleasure to work with him in his first years as an Officer of the Laredo Police Dpt. His family suffered a great loss, and the City of Laredo lost a great Officer. May he rest in peace.

Officer Alfonso Garcia
Laredo Police Dpt. (retired)

October 4, 2016

I have not forgotten you partner, never will!! I was there with you as you backed me up. God bless you and your family partner. You gave for others to live!

Senior Patrol Agent Jaime A. Castelar Sr
United States Border Patrol

March 12, 2016

You are remembered today for your heroism. It's been almost 30 years, but you are still a Hero. RIP, Sir!

Fmr Sheriff's Deputy
Marion County Sheriff's Dept., Indiana

January 5, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 29th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 9, 2013

RIP Sir

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

July 31, 2012

Officer Serna,
On today, the 24th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Laredo. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

September 12, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 14, 2008

Officer Serna was an excellent officer and a good friend. He will forever be missed by friends and family alike.

m hinojosa
LPD

Officer Serna was an excellent officer and a good friend. He will forever be missed by friends and family alike.

Anonymous