[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3511]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING OFFICER GABRIEL FACIO

  (Mr. BIGGS of Arizona asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BIGGS of Arizona. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of the memory and 
selfless service of Officer Gabriel Facio of the Apache Junction Police 
Department. His end of watch was June 8, 2025.
  On the morning of June 2, 2025, Officer Facio and his fellow officers 
bravely responded to a road rage incident where a suspect had 
brandished a weapon, threatening motorists and nearby residents. 
Officers attempted to subdue the suspect with nonlethal tools, but the 
suspect opened fire, striking Officer Facio in the face.
  He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Gabriel fought 
valiantly for 6 days, but on June 8, 2025, at just 46 years old, he 
succumbed to his injuries, surrounded by his family and his brothers 
and sisters in uniform.
  His legacy lives on through his wife and two children, who were his 
greatest joy. His name is now engraved on the National Law Enforcement 
Officers Memorial right here in Washington, D.C., and his service was 
honored at the annual candlelight vigil.
  His life stands as a reminder of the courage and commitment that 
define our law enforcement officers.
  Officer Facio is the first Apache Junction police officer ever killed 
in the line of duty. His sacrifice will always be remembered.
  We pray for his family and for the Apache Junction Police Department.
  We thank Gabriel for his service to the people of Apache Junction and 
Arizona's Fifth District.
  May God welcome him home.

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