“Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Mourns Loss of Richard Reynolds and Arturo Romero”

The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of two of its members who died in separate incidents last week. The first member, Richard “Troy” Reynolds, passed away after suffering a medical emergency as he was leaving for work. Reynolds had been a part of the sheriff’s office team for 27 years, and his sudden death came as a shock to his colleagues.

The second member, Arturo Romero, lost his life in a tragic accident involving a suspected DUI, wrong-way driver on Highway 87. Romero had served with the sheriff’s office for over 20 years and was on his way home from his shift at a local jail when the head-on collision occurred.

The driver responsible for the crash was identified as a 26-year-old San Jose man named Gonzales. After receiving treatment for moderate injuries sustained in the accident, Gonzales was arrested.

The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office is devastated by the loss of these two dedicated individuals. In a statement, they asked the community to keep the families and loved ones of Reynolds and Romero in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Both Reynolds and Romero will be remembered for their extraordinary service, the impact they had on the lives they touched, and their unwavering dedication to the communities of Santa Clara County.

The deaths of Reynolds and Romero serve as a reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face every day in their line of duty. Their tragic passing is a somber reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve and protect their communities. The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office will continue to honor their memory and carry on their legacy of service..