CHILDRESS, Texas — A Texas trooper was killed on Wednesday near Childress, Texas in a crash involving an 18-wheeler.
According to an offical press release from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Trooper Sergio Romero, 27, was attempting to conduct a traffic stop along US-287 near Childress, around 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, when a semi truck pulled out in front of him, causing his patrol unit to collide with the vehicle. Trooper Romero died on scene. The crash remains under investigation.
“Today, we grieve the loss of one of our own,” said DPS Colonel Freeman F. Martin. “Trooper Sergio Romero served the people of his community and the state of Texas with courage, integrity and selfless devotion. Our hearts break alongside his family, friends, fellow Troopers and all who loved him. We will never forget the ultimate sacrifice he made in service of his fellow Texans.”
Romero served with the Hall Co. Sheriff’s Office prior to joining DPS. Romero was stationed in Childress. He is survived by his wife, Francisca, and two young sons.
Romero is the 244th DPS Officer to die in the line of duty since 1823. Funeral arrangements are still being finalized.
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