[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 1, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H616]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING THE MEMORY OF SELMA POLICE OFFICER GONZALO CARRASCO, JR.

  (Mr. COSTA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, we are mourning today the loss of Officer 
Gonzalo Carrasco, Jr., who, sadly, was shot and killed in the line of 
duty yesterday protecting the citizens of Selma, California. Selma, 
California, is a wonderful community of about 30,000 people in the 
heart of the San Joaquin Valley.
  Officer Carrasco was a son of farmworkers, a graduate of Reedley High 
School, and worked constantly to increase his opportunities to become a 
police officer. He also, sadly, was preparing to become a father.
  He served with the Selma Police Department for 2 years and did all he 
could to protect the community.
  His service, bravery, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. It is a 
sad day for the people of Selma.
  I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the Selma Police 
Department, and the people in the valley.
  May he rest in peace. God bless him. We owe him a debt of gratitude.

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