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John Anthony "Rocky" Riojas, a 37-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, was a dedicated officer with the San Antonio Police Department. On the night of February 2, 2001, Officer Riojas responded to a disturbance call at an apartment complex on the Northwest Side of San Antonio. During the response, he encountered a suspect, Manuel Garza Jr., who attempted to flee. A struggle ensued, and Garza managed to gain control of Officer Riojas' handgun. In the ensuing struggle, Garza shot Officer Riojas on ...Read More
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John Anthony Rocky Riojas
Male
Hispanic / Latino
San-antonio
TX
2001-02-02
37
John
Riojas
11/15/2025







