SAN ANTONIO – Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday ordered Texas flags in San Antonio be lowered to half-staff in honor of Officer Miguel Moreno, who died from gunshot wounds he suffered Thursday while investigating a vehicle break-in.
Officer Julio Cavazos was also wounded in the shooting. Cavazos is expected to survive.
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“This is a sad day for the San Antonio community, and the entire state of Texas, as we mourn the death of Officer Miguel Moreno,” Abbott said. “This senseless act of violence against two courageous and committed law enforcement officers demonstrates the risk our men and women in blue face every day. We owe Officer Moreno and Officer Julio Cavazos a great debt of gratitude for their service and bravery in the face of danger. Cecilia and I offer our thoughts and prayers to the family of Officer Moreno, the San Antonio Police Department, and all those affected by this terrible crime.”
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The flags are to be lowered until Monday, according to a news release.
Flags at city facilities were lowered to half-staff Friday at the request of Mayor Ron Nirenberg.
The mayor invited the business community, organizations and citizens to join the city in lowering their flags to half-staff until Moreno's interment. Memorial services are pending.
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"We continue to offer our deepest sympathies and prayers to his family and the San Antonio Police Department community," Nirenberg said. "We also extend our sympathies and prayers to Officer Julio Cavazos, who also was critically wounded in the incident.
"This tragedy reminds us all of the sacrifices and bravery of our public safety officers who deserve our sincere gratitude."
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