Patrolman Roger A. Hamilton, El Paso Police Department, Texas

Patrolman Roger A. Hamilton

El Paso Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, June 21, 1970

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Roger A. Hamilton

Patrolman Hamilton was struck and killed by a drunk driver while directing traffic around an accident on IH-10. The suspect was driving at a high rate of speed and failed to slow down. Patrolman Hamilton was struck and thrown 169 feet. The suspect was charged with murder and driving while intoxicated.

On December 10, 1970, the 27-year-old suspect was convicted of murder while driving intoxicated and sentenced to 5 years of parole. His drivers license was revoked for one year.

Patrolman Hamilton was survived by his wife.

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Age 25
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Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to parole

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Patrolman Hamilton,
Sir, even though it’s been 51 years since your End of Watch you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of El Paso. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
A grateful El Pasoan

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United States Border Patrol

June 22, 2021