This morning, the Dallas Police Department is grieving for one of its own. In Hunt County, Officer Gabriel Bixby lost his life in a motorcycle accident on Tuesday.
DallasOn Friday, the Dallas Police Department will memorialize a deceased officer who was killed while performing their duties by holding a candlelight vigil.
The backstory
On his way to work on January 7, Officer Gabriel Bixby was engaged in a deadly accident.
The collision occurred on State Highway 276 in Hunt County, according to state police.
According to reports, Officer Gabriel Bixby was riding his motorbike when he struck the driver of a Honda Accord that was turning in front of him.
Dallas police officer killed in Hunt County motorcycle crash
Not on duty On Tuesday, Dallas Police Officer Gabriel Bixby lost his life in a collision in Hunt County. What we know is as follows.
At the scene, the 29-year-old officer was declared deceased.
Officer Bixby was assigned to the Northeast Patrol Division during his six years of service with the Dallas Police Department.
According to his social media accounts, he leaves behind a wife and kids.
What they’re saying:
“It is devastating whenever we lose an officer. Along with the Northeast Patrol Division, my thoughts and prayers are with Officer Bixby’s family and friends. “They are in our prayers and thoughts during this trying time,” interim Chief Michael Igo said.
Gabriel Bixby, an officer
Next steps:
In his honor, a cruiser parked outside the Northeast Patrol Division is being adorned with flowers and souvenirs.
The vigil will take place at the same spot at 6 p.m.
The funeral service for Officer Bixby will take place at Lakepointe Church in Rowlett on January 28 at 11 a.m.
The Source: Previous news coverage and a Dallas Police Department press bulletin provided the information for this story.
