Officer Hugo Olazar, California Highway Patrol, California

Officer Hugo Olazar

California Highway Patrol, California

End of Watch Saturday, September 2, 1989

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Hugo Olazar

Officer Hugo Olazar was killed when his patrol car was rear-ended by a vehicle on I-280.

He and his partner had just pulled to the shoulder of the road when a drunk driver traveling at a high rate of speed struck their patrol car. The impact caused both doors to be jammed shut and the patrol car to burst into flames. Officer Olazar's partner was able to free himself by shooting out his window and crawling out.

After an unsuccessful attempt to free Officer Olazar, his partner was able to free the three occupants of the pickup truck. The driver was charged with DUI, vehicular manslaughter, and driving on a suspended license.

Officer Olazar had served with the California Highway Patrol for seven years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and two brothers.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 7 years
Badge 10371

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Charged with manslaughter

Impaired Driver, vehicle crash

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God rest your soul, Officer Hugo Olazar. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

August 27, 2024