Agent José Fontañez-Correa

Agent José Fontañez-Correa | Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
Agent José Fontañez-Correa

Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Tuesday, May 22, 2007

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José Fontañez-Correa

Agent José Fontañez-Correa was shot and killed as he and other officers attempted to arrest a suspect in a high narcotics trafficking area.

One of the suspects fled into nearby woods and was pursued by Agent Fontañez-Correa. The suspect opened fire, striking him once.

The suspect was taken into custody a short time later. Agent Fontañez-Correa was transported to a hospital in San Juan where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

Agent Fontañez-Correa had served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 11 years
  • Badge 24639

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Not available
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