The Odessa Police Department has expressed its condolences to the Department of Public Safety following the death of DPS Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez. Trooper Vasquez passed away after being hit by a vehicle two weeks ago in Notrees. The OPD Honor Guard was present at his funeral, which took place yesterday in Houston.
In tribute to Trooper Vasquez, all officers of the Odessa Police Department have been wearing mourning bands over their badges. Additionally, flags in front of the department have been lowered to half-staff. The department is also encouraging citizens of Odessa to honor the fallen trooper by replacing their porch lights with blue bulbs for the remainder of the week.