Kendall County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, January 31, 2019
Add to My HeroesRussell Dean Salazar
Community Supervision Officer Rusty Salazar was killed in a single-vehicle crash at the interchange of I-10 and U.S. 87 in Kendall County.
He was returning to his office after conducting a field visit with a high-risk sex offender. He was attempting to enter the interstate during a period of rain and low visibility. His vehicle left the roadway and overturned four times. He suffered fatal injuries when he was ejected from the vehicle.
Officer Salazar had served with the Kendall County Community Supervision and Corrections Department for over 11 years. He is survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 11 years, 5 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRussell,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Kendall County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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