[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 99 (Tuesday, June 10, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H2603]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 MOURNING LOSS OF OFFICER GABRIEL FACIO

  (Mr. STANTON asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  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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