Deputy Sheriff David Delgado Castillo, Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy Sheriff David Delgado Castillo

Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, April 11, 1991

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David Delgado Castillo

Deputy David Castillo was killed in an automobile accident while responding to an officer needs assistance call at 1:30 am.

His patrol car went out of control on the rain-slicked road and struck a tree, causing his legs to be pinned in the vehicle and trapping him inside. As rescue crews attempted to free him from the patrol car, it burst into flames. In an attempt to save his co-workers, Deputy Castillo pushed them away from the fire.

Deputy Castillo had served with the Bexar County Sheriff's Department for eight years. He was survived by his parents, four sisters, and four brothers.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 8 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

officer assistance, vehicle crash, weather

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I met David at the Bexar County Sheriff's Academy in June 1984. We were classmates, friends, and coworkers. I echo the traits everyone has posted about David. He was always non-judgemental, willing to help anyone, and a friend to all. I left BCSO prior to David's tragic day. He is one of those individuals that immediately stands out for being a genuine good person. No facade when it came to David, he was who you saw, 100% good guy. You are missed my brother. God Bless your daughter. There is no doubt she will do great things in life just like her dad.

Mario Rodriguez
Retired Federal Agent (DHS) BCSO classmate

September 4, 2025