Border Patrol Agent Freddy Ortiz

Border Patrol Agent Freddy Ortiz

United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government

End of Watch Tuesday, November 14, 2023

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Freddy Ortiz

Border Patrol Agent Freddy Ortiz was killed in an ATV crash in Douglas, Arizona, while responding to reports of undocumented immigrants in the area of Chino Road and 5th Street.

His ATV left the roadway and struck a utility pole as he drove along International Drive while searching the area at about 7:00 pm. The collision caused the ATV to overturn and he suffered fatal injuries.

Border Patrol Agent Ortiz was a U.S. Navy veteran. He had served with the United States Border Patrol for 13 years and was assigned to the Douglas Station, Tucson Sector. He is survived by his mother and stepfather.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 13 years
Badge D204
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Location Arizona

emergency response

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Agent Ortiz,
On today, the 2nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our ountry-not just as a Border Patrol Agent but also when you served with the U.S. Navy and USNR. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

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BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 14, 2025