Fountain Police Officer Loses His Life While Chasing 3 Suspects

May 2024 · 2 minute read

Fountain police Officer Julian Becerra fell 40 feet off a bridge on February 2nd while trying to chase three suspects. 

He and his colleagues were trying to capture 31-year-old Devon Bobian, 32-year-old Anthony Vallejos, and 28-year-old Danisha Pacheco.

He had been in a critical condition since the fall on February 2nd and had been put on life support before he passed away. 

Nine days after the horrific incident, Officer Becerra succumbed to the injuries he obtained and passed away on Saturday, February 11th, at 7:14 PM.

The Fountain Police Department announced Officer Becerra’s demise in the following statement, “It is with extreme sadness that we at the Fountain Police Department notify the public that K-9 Officer Julian Becerra has succumbed to the injuries he suffered during an on-duty incident that occurred on February 2, 2023. We appreciate the public’s outpouring of support over the past week for Officer Becerra, his family, and the Fountain Police Department.”

This is a challenging time for Officer Becerra’s family. While they try to accept the sudden passing of their beloved, they also have to prepare for his final rest. They would like to get as much privacy as possible during this time, said the Fountain Police Department. 

The late Officer’s family has not made any public statements. The Fountain Police Department Information Officer will provide any further updates regarding Officer Becerra’s death. 

According to investigators, the trio of suspects led law enforcement on a lengthy car chase through El Paso County. At one point, Fountain Police Department said the trio tried an armed carjacking at the Love’s Travel Plaza parking lot between Fountain and Security-Widefield.

At some point, while trying to detain the suspects, FPD said Officer Becerra fell over the bridge and landed 40 feet below. He was rescued and flown to St. Francis hospital by his colleagues, who were desperately trying to save his life. 

Officer Julian Becerra worked with the Fountain Police Department for four and a half years. Julian Becerra is survived by his wife, Katie, and a young daughter. 

No plans for Officer Becerra’s funeral have been announced at this time. 

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