New Mexico State Police, New Mexico
End of Watch Sunday, June 4, 2006
Add to My HeroesJames Andres Archuleta
Patrolman James Archuleta was killed in an automobile crash when his patrol car struck a cow on US 84 near Espanola, New Mexico, at approximately 11:00 pm.
He was responding to a local hospital to investigate a shooting when the accident occurred. The impact caused his patrol car to overturn, and he was ejected from the vehicle.
Patrolman Archuleta was a United States Marine Corps Reserves veteran and had served with the New Mexico State Police for two years. He is survived by his daughter, son, and fiancee.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 382
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 452 ReflectionsHappy blessed birthday Marine!
We miss you & know youre watching over us. Our kiddo is no kid anymore that's for sure. It breaks my heart knowing one day I'll have to leave him too. But until then, I hug him, and talk & laugh w him as much & as often as I can for the both of us❤️
Veronica
Fiancee
November 11, 2025
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