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Fallen Officer: George F. Drake
End of Watch: September 22, 1918 - "Forget Not His Sacrifice"
Fallen Officer: Angel A. Barcena
End of Watch: September 25, 2004 - "Forget Not His Sacrifice"
24th Annual EPMPOA Golf Tournament
Friday, October 22, 2021
+ Detective Charles Harmon #2137 - Rest In Peace
End of Watch: January 11, 2021
+ Detective Camerino Santiago #1896 - Rest In Peace
End of Watch: January 11, 2021
El Paso Police Memorial at Chuck Heinrich Park
The Newest EPMPOA Representatives Being Sworn In
Valeria Maese and Natalie Herrera with President Michael Short
Congratulations to the Mission Valley "Iron Pigs"
Champions of the 2019 EPMPOA Turkey Bowl
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| Blood Drive at Central Regional Command Center |
UPDATE: Due to an unforseen emergency, the blood drive scheduled for Thursday, September 23, has been rescheduled. It will now take place on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. All other details remain the same. Vitalant apologizes for any inconvenience.
The El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association encourages its members to participate in a blood drive being held by Vitalant at the Central Regional Command Center on Thursday, September 23, 2021, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The blood drive will take place in Vitalant's Blood Mobile.
There is an urgen need for all blood types.
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| Officer Angel David Garcia Memorial Fund |
On December 16, 2012, El Paso Police Officer Angel David Garcia #2866 died serving his beloved community. He was hit by a car while removing debris from Interstate 10. A dedicated public servant, Officer Garcia was an active member of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves and a graduate of Clint High School and El Paso Community College.
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| 8th Annual EPMPOA Fallen Officers Memorial Run |
The 8th Annual EPMPOA Fallen Officers Memorial Run will take place on Sunday, October 10, 2021, starting at 7:00 AM. This year's race will start and end at the Memorial Hall, 3601 Rutherglen St.
There will be a 5K Competitive Run or a 1 Mile fun Walk/Run, whichever event you wish to partcipate in.
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The El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association is hosting the 24th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the association's Ben Ayala Scholarship Fund. This year's event will take place at 8:00 AM on Friday, October22, 2021 at the Underwood Golf Complex at 3200 Coe Ave. on Fort Bliss.
To register or for additional information contact Tournament Director Victor Vela at 915-471-8741, Tournament Operations Coordinator Eloy Serna at 915-494-1710, or Tournament Manager Bernadette Sanchez at 915-539-0628. Click here or on the flyer above to view or download a copy of the registration form.
The El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association, "Serving Those Dedicated to Serve and Protect."
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Coronavirus was the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths for law enforcement officers in the United States during the first half of 2021, a report released by a nonprofit organization shows.
The report, issued by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, revealed that 71 officers died from coronavirus from the beginning of the year until June 30.
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The El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association sadly announces the passing of Lieutenant Jonathan A. Terrazas #1773, who passed away on September 1, 2021 at the age of 50. Lieutenant Terrazas served with the El Paso Police Department for 26+ years, from May 26, 1995 until his untimely passing.
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Edge of Texas Steakhouse will be serving free meals of burgers and fries to local first responders on 9/11 to show appreciation and gratitude for the sacrifices they make.
The meals will be served for dine-in only at 8690 Edge of Texas from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 11.
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The El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association is requesting your assistance for a retired "Brother in Blue" and his family.
A few years ago the son of (Ret.) Sergeant Franky Gutierrez #1379 was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. This disease has had a great impact on his life as he has seen numerous doctors and been through multiple treatments.
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The E Paso Police Department's Northeast Regonal Command Center in conjunction with the City of El Paso's Parks & Recreation Department will host a Community Fair "Remembering 9/11" on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 10 AM to 2 PM. The event will take place at Joey Barraza & Vino Memorial Park, 11270 Mc Combs St. in northeast El Paso.
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Three Albuquerque police officers were shot and another was injured while responding to a robbery, authorities said Thursday. Police Chief Harold Medina said one of the officers was hit in the chest above his bulletproof vest and was listed in critical condition. One officer was shot in the arm and another was saved when he was struck in the vest.
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Major police departments across U.S. face retirements and burnout
Burnout and exhaustion are widespread in police departments big and small across the country, as more officers have retired this year due to anti-police protests, budget cuts and the effects of the pandemic.
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A former El Paso police officer pleaded guilty on Monday of helping her stepfather distribute and store cocaine while she was on the job.
According to court documents, Monica Garcia, 24, conspired with Fred Saenz, her stepfather and co-defendant, to use Saenz’s residence to distribute cocaine.
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El Paso first responders took part in a training exercise at McKelligon Canyon on Wednesday.
30 firefighters and 10 police officers took part in the rescue training behind the amphitheater.
Crews practiced using a rope system to help raise people out of areas and lower them down the mountain safely.
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Federal investigators were digging Wednesday into the background of a Georgia man who officials say fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer at a transit station outside the building before being shot and killed himself.
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The EPMPOA website is a service set up to provide information and assistance to the men and women of the El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association.
Publication of articles and letters on the website voicing viewpoints do not necessarily reflect the views of the El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association, the Editorial Staff or of the El Paso Police Department. All letters and articles received must be accompanied by the author’s name and daytime phone number.
Articles may be printed as "Name Withheld at the request of the author." Freedom of expression is recognized within the bounds of good taste and space limitations. All material will be reviewed by the EPMPOA Legal Staff prior to publication and all articles are subject to editing by the Editorial Staff.
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