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Troy Blando

Case from Houston, TX dated May 19, 1999

Victim Details

Troy Alan Blando

Male

White / Caucasian

Houston

TX

1999-05-19

39

Troy

Blando

07/14/2026

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Troy Alan Blando, a 39-year-old male police officer with the Houston Police Department, was tragically killed on May 19, 1999, while investigating auto thefts in Houston, Texas. Officer Blando was conducting routine checks for stolen license plates outside a motel when he approached a suspect. The suspect opened fire, striking Officer Blando in the chest. Despite being critically injured, Officer Blando managed to return to his vehicle and call for backup. He was transported to a local hospital ...
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    I've been reflecting on the safety concerns that Officer Troy Blando faced daily, like so many offic... ...Read More
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    I've been thinking about Officer Troy Alan Blando and the brave work he did during his 19 years with... ...Read More
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