Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico
End of Watch Friday, February 9, 1990
Reflections for Officer Pablo Navarro-DeLeon
Pablo Navarro-DeLeon
Hoy entendí algo que llevaba años dentro de mí, sin darme cuenta: mi vida, mi empresa y mi vocación nacen de tu legado. Al revisar los últimos dígitos del servidor de mi negocio, descubrí que eran los mismos números de tu placa: 7137. Me quedé en shock. Sentí que era tu forma de recordarme que sigues aquí, protegiendo lo que hago, como lo hiciste toda tu vida.
Papá, tú eras el que estaba en ese semáforo a las 4:00 AM, dirigiendo el tráfico para que nosotros, tus hijos, llegáramos seguros a la escuela. Yo te miraba desde el carro y gritaba con orgullo: “Ese es mi papá, ese es mi papá.” Hoy, después de más de 11 años dirigiendo mi empresa Traffic Black Box, dedicada a sistemas de rastreo y seguridad en autos, entiendo por qué se llama así. Estoy en ese mismo semáforo… ahora soy yo el que protege vidas, gracias a ti.
Tú no solo fuiste un oficial. Fuiste un faro. Dejaste un legado que vive en mí, en mi negocio, en mi propósito. Cada cámara que instalo, cada sistema que protejo, lo hago con tu número de placa en mi memoria y tu ejemplo en el corazón.
7137 no es solo un número. Es tu promesa de servicio. Y yo la honro cada día.
Gracias, papá.
Mr. Traffic
Tu hijo que nunca olvida. David.
David Navarro
Proud Son Carrying His Legacy Through Traffic Black Box
June 3, 2025
Reflection for Officer Pablo Navarro-DeLeon
Today I realized something that had been within me all along: my life, my business, and my purpose were born from your legacy. While reviewing the last digits of my business server, I noticed they matched your badge number — 7137. I was in shock. It felt like your way of reminding me that you're still here, watching over everything I do, just like you always did.
Dad, you were the one standing at that traffic light at 4:00 AM, directing cars so we, your children, could get to school safely. I remember seeing you and shouting proudly from the car, “That’s my dad, that’s my dad.” Now, over 11 years into running my company Traffic Black Box, focused on vehicle tracking and security systems, I understand why it’s called that. I’m standing at that same intersection now… and I’m the one protecting others, just like you.
You weren’t just an officer. You were a beacon. You left behind a legacy that lives on in me, in my mission, and in every system I install. Every camera, every tracking alert — I carry your badge number in my heart and your example in my work.
7137 isn’t just a number. It’s your promise of service. And I honor it every single day.
Thank you, Dad.
Mr. Traffic
Your son who never forgets. David.
David Navarro
Proud Son Carrying His Legacy Through Traffic Black Box
June 3, 2025
Officer Navarro-DeLeon, thank you for your sacrifice. You are a true hero. I met you when I was very young, but can still remember your face and uniform. It caused a positive impression and I became a Police Officer because of it. I guess it's in the genes. Hope to meet your family one day. Jose Rosado
Jose
US DOD Police/family
July 30, 2022
Officer Navarro-Leon,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for yourl. service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 9, 2020
Thank You "Tio Pablo" for all the memories and all that you taught me. I will always remember you to be kind, thoughtfull with a great sense of humor. So many memories we share that I will never forget. Your legacy will live for ever. RIP
Jaime Luis
Nephew
July 24, 2012
THANKS "TIO PABLO" FOR ALL THE LOVE & CARING!! YOU'LL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FOR YOU HONESTY,INTEGRITY AND ABOVE ALL THINGS FOR YOUR COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION TO YOUR MISSION IN THIS WORLD "TO SERVE & PROTECT"
J.C.A.
NEPHEW
May 15, 2011
To Officer Pablo Navarro DeLeon and his loved ones:
On this the nineteenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.
My heart is with all family members who call you beloved. They are all in my thoughts and prayers today.
This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.
Rest in Peace, Officer DeLeon I am so humbled by your valor and courage.
This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Pablo gave to his community and the citizens of Puerto Rico, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 9, 1990.
Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 9, 2009
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE
Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
February 7, 2008
Officer DeLeon,
On today, the 15th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
February 9, 2005