Beaumont Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, May 19, 1970
Add to My HeroesRonny Lee Garcia
Officer Ronny Garcia and Officer Jack Pickering died from carbon monoxide poisoning while conducting a stakeout.
The car they were using developed an exhaust leak as it idled.
Officer Garcia had served with the Beaumont Police Department for 16 months. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year, 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Exposure to toxins
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