A Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed while serving a warrant with the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force. The deputy, identified as Jesus Vargas, a 17-year veteran, was shot in the parking lot of a shopping center. The 100 Club pledged $20,000 to Vargas's family, and officials across Texas offered condolences.
What we know about the Brazoria County deputy who was killed in the line of dutyThe 100 Club pledges immediate $20K check to family of fallen Brazoria County deputy as officials give condolences
Late Wednesday morning, a Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed in the line of duty while attempting to serve a warrant while working with the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force.The deputy was shot in the parking lot of a shopping center at 9333 Stella Link Road at around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.
“He was more than a team member—he was a friend, mentor, and inspiration to everyone who knew him. His professionalism and kind nature left a lasting impact on our office and the residents he served,” a portion of the post read.Several officials and organizations have responded in the aftermath of the shooting.
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