Sergeant Genaro Matos-Rivera, Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

Sergeant Genaro Matos-Rivera

Puerto Rico Police Department, Puerto Rico

End of Watch Monday, February 24, 1992

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Genaro Matos-Rivera

Sergeant Genaro Matos-Rivera was shot and killed as he attempted to stop an armed robbery at a mini-market in Cidra, Puerto Rico.

At 7:30pm, Sergeant Matos-Rivera arrived at a mini-market near his home, on road PR-782 in Cidra, when he noticed two armed suspects committing a robbery. Sergeant Matos-Rivera identified himself as a police officer and one of the suspects opened fire, striking the sergeant two times in the chest and face, killing him immediately.

One of the two suspects was caught two days later near the scene. He was charged with first degree murder, armed robbery, illegal weapon possession, and auto theft. The other one is still at large.

Sergeant Matos-Rivera served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 30 years, and was assigned to the District of Cidra. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 52
Tour 30 years
Badge 8-5625

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Sgt. Matos-Rivera,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your 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.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 24, 2022