Union Pacific Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Add to My HeroesAaron Garcia
Special Agent Aaron Garcia was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 111 in Mecca, California, while on patrol shortly before 12:30 am.
Special Agent Garcia had served with the Union Pacific Police Department for 2-1/2 years. He had previously served with the Calexico Police Department, El Centro Police Department, and Imperial Police Department. He is survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, mother, sister, and brother.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 488
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location California
Most Recent Reflection
View all 225 ReflectionsI want to thank all of you for your kind words and support, I hope you all know that his family is doing well. I have followed in my father's footsteps and pursued a career in law enforcement. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him.
I miss you, dad. I hope I have made you proud.
Your son
9/6/24
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