Deputy Sheriff Jesus "Jesse" Vargas, age 41

Lost to gun violence on January 15, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

Deputy Sheriff Vargas had served with the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office for 17 years. He also served with the United States Marshal's Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force. Thank you for your service & RIP.

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