Detective Fernando Esqueda, age 28

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Lost to gun violence on July 10, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Detective Esqueda had served with the Harris County Sheriff's Office for 5 years. He was assigned to the Violent Person Task Force and was working mandatory patrols in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. Thank you for your service & RIP.

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