Mourning Loss of Officer Gabriel Facio

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Mr. STANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mourn the tragic loss of Officer Gabriel Facio of the Apache Junction Police Department.

This past Sunday, 6 days after being shot while responding to a road- rage incident, Officer Facio passed away from his injuries at just 47 years old.

Officer Facio lived the American Dream. Born in Mexico, Officer Facio earned his U.S. citizenship and dedicated his life to serving the community that welcomed him with open arms.

He began his law enforcement career with the Phoenix Police Department, and nearly 4 years ago joined the Apache Junction Police Department.

A devoted father and grandfather, a respected colleague, an upstanding American, he served Apache Junction with honor, bravery, and compassion. Tragically, he is the fourth Arizona officer to fall in the line of duty in just the past 12 months.

My thoughts are with his wife, family, his many good friends, and colleagues. I hope his memory brings comfort and strength in the difficult days ahead.

Officer Facio's ultimate sacrifice, his courage, and his selflessness will never be forgotten.

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