AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) –The Texas Department of Public Safety announced the death of Highway Patrol Trooper Chad Walker on Wednesday, March 31, after he was shot in the line of duty in Limestone County last Friday night, March 26.
Trooper Walker, 38, was stopping to assist a driver near Mexia, Texas, around 7:45 p.m. when he was shot multiple times.
Trooper Walker was rushed to Baylor Scott & White – Hillcrest Hospital in Waco, where he later died from his injuries.
Trooper Chad Walker (Texas DPS)
“Our DPS family is absolutely heartbroken at the loss of one of our brothers in uniform who was killed in the line of duty,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Chad Walker was committed to protecting the people of Texas. His sacrifice will never be forgotten, and we ask that you keep his family, friends and colleagues in your prayers during the difficult days ahead.”
DPS said, Trooper Walker was a loving husband and father to four children.
He is a second generation peace officer.
His career in law enforcement began in 2003 with the Groesbeck Police Department and continued as a member of the Athens Police Department, Henderson Co. Sheriff’s Office and Limestone Co. Sheriff’s Office.
Trooper Walker joined DPS in 2015 and was stationed in Groesbeck.
He is the 223rd DPS officer to die in the line of duty since 1823.
“In his final lifesaving act, Trooper Walker’s organs were donated to save others,” DPS said.
Funeral services for Trooper Walker are pending.
from CBS Dallas / Fort Worth https://ift.tt/2OdrO7i
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