Police Officer Raymond Diaz, Jr., Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Police Officer Raymond Diaz, Jr.

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Friday, September 9, 2016

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Raymond Diaz, Jr.

Police Officer Raymond Diaz died as a result of complications due to injuries sustained in an accident when his patrol car was struck by a vehicle while responding to a burglary.

As a result of the accident Officer Diaz was diagnosed with concussion-like symptoms as well as other injuries. As part of his treatment, Officer Diaz was given a cane to use because of his concussion. While at home recovering Officer Diaz suffered a recurrent injury during a fall. Surgery was performed to correct the injury. Officer Diaz died as a result of an accidental prescription drug overdose.

Police Officer Raymond Diaz was assigned to the 24th Police District and served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 20 years.

He was survived by his wife, and three children.

In October 2019, 2100 Castor Avenue was renamed Police Officer Raymond Diaz, Jr. Memorial Highway.

Bio

Age 47
Tour 20 years
Badge 1540

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Incident Date Friday, November 14, 2014

burglary

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Officer Diaz,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Philadelphia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

September 9, 2021