Agent Rafael Santana-Cruz was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspect while off duty.
He was returning home after seeing a friend when he observed a man holding a gun. Agent Santana-Cruz identified himself and attempted to arrest the man but was shot seven times.
The suspect was arrested a short time later and charged with first degree murder.
Agent Santana-Cruz had served with the Puerto Rico Police Department for 6 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.