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TEXAS TROOPER DIES IN THE LINE OF DUTY

Texas DPS is mourning the loss of Highway Patrol Trooper Sergio Romero, 27, who died Wednesday afternoon while attempting to conduct a traffic stop along US-287 near Childress.

According to DPS, a truck-tractor semi-trailer pulled out in front of him, causing his patrol unit to collide with the vehicle. Trooper Romero died at the scene.

He had previously served with the Hall County Sheriff’s Office before joining DPS and was stationed in Childress. He leaves behind his wife, Francisca, and two young sons.

DPS said Trooper Romero is the 244th DPS officer to die in the line of duty since 1823.

Our prayers are with his family, friends, fellow troopers, and everyone who loved him. 💙

📸 Credit: Texas Department of Public Safety