Police Officer Houston James Largo, Navajo Division of Public Safety, Tribal Police

Police Officer Houston James Largo

Navajo Division of Public Safety, Tribal Police

End of Watch Sunday, March 12, 2017

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Houston James Largo

Police Officer Houston Largo succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained the previous night while responding to a domestic violence call along County Road 19 in Casamero Lake, New Mexico.

The shooting occurred at approximately 11:00 pm. He was flown to the University of New Mexico Hospital, where he passed away the following afternoon.

The subject was taken into custody. He pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Officer Largo had served with the Navajo Division of Public Safety for five years where he received the Lifesaving Award and 2016 Indian Country Officer of the Year. He was also employed with the Gallup Police Department and received the City Officer of the Year in 2011.

Officer Largo is survived by his parents, a sister, and two brothers.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 6 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Location New Mexico
Incident Date Saturday, March 11, 2017
Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
Offender Sentenced to 30 years

domestic

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Houston was always coming into the communications room with a smile. There wasn't a moment where he was impatient and was always willing to get the job done. I worked with him from for four years as a public safety dispatcher. Each officer has their own personality and unique qualities. He would be the first to ask if there were any pending calls in his area before he heads out. Working with police officers and other public safety, we maintain camaraderie. I left NPD in 2014 and a sergeant told me, "We are always your family." Another colleague called him "Houie", it fit him well. Every now and then, I think of Houston and I remember food, he would always ask if I made anything to eat. He was one of the best officers out there and he will always be remembered and cherished. I feel for his family and the loss they have been through, but also carry his spirit. Thank you to his parents for creating and raising such a wonderful human being.

Former Dispatcher - Imo Succo
Crownpoint Navajo Police Department (2005-2014)

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