PHOENIX - “The entire State of Arizona is shocked and saddened by the shooting death of Border Patrol Agent Brian A. Terry, killed in the line of duty while serving near Rio Rico, Arizona. Agent Terry was a native of Detroit, Michigan, and is survived by his parents, a brother and two sisters.
“Our prayers are with his family, as well as all Border Patrol Agents and their families. Law enforcement agencies continue to investigate and attempt to bring to justice those who are responsible for this heinous crime. Meanwhile, I have ordered state flags to be flown at half staff in tribute to Agent Terry. Although we needed no reminder of the ever increasing dangers along our southern border, this tragedy serves as stark notice that the threats facing all who serve in protecting our state and nation are real, and are increasing on a daily basis.
“We need to pray for all those in uniform who perform duties that allow us to live in a safe and secure land. We must never become insensitive to the risks and sacrifices made by men and women who help ensure our freedom and liberty whether they serve in Iraq, Afghanistan, along our international borders, our local communities, our correctional facilities, or anywhere in which dangers and difficulties are unpredictable but real.”
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Franks Offers Condolences to Family of Border Patrol Agent Killed in Southern Arizona
December 15, 2010 - Responding to the death of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry, who was shot and killed while on duty in southern Arizona, Congressman Trent Franks (AZ-02) today released the following statement:
"My prayers are with Agent Terry's family and friends, who are now enduring incredible pain as a result of this cowardly violence. Agent Terry died in the service of our country and is exemplary of the brave men and women who daily put their lives at risk and employ every resource made available to them in an effort to make our country more secure.
"Unfortunately, this incident is a grave reminder of the sacrifices made by those who are trying to stem the tide of criminal activity caused by smugglers, traffickers, and potential terrorists operating near our largely unsecured southern border."
Congressman Franks is serving his fourth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, and is a member of the Committee on Armed Services, Strategic Forces Subcommittee, Oversight & Investigations Subcommittee, Military Readiness Subcommittee, Committee on the Judiciary, Constitution Subcommittee, and is Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law.
BorderSheriffs.com statement on the death of Agent Brian Terry
BorderSheriffs.com extends its condolences to the friends and family of murdered Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry. According to the Border Patrol, Agent Terry was shot and killed last night near Rio Rico, about 10 miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border.
Pinal County Sheriff and BorderSheriffs.com Honorary Co-Chair Paul Babeu stated, “This tragic death underscores the dangers we all face in protecting the public and securing the border. Our prayers are with his family and our prayers are with his extended family at the Border Patrol.”
Cochise County Sheriff and BorderSheriffs.com Honorary Co-Chair Larry Dever said, “Agent Terry’s murder is a grim reminder of the risks involved in patrolling the southern border. Those of us who keep the peace in this part of the state have learned to live with this risk. Tragically, that risk has claimed the life of Agent Terry.”
BorderSheriffs.com Chairman Buz Mills stated, “As someone who provides specialized weapons training for law enforcement, I view an attack on law enforcement as an attack on society. Agent Terry lost his life securing our border. We should all honor his memory.”
BorderSheriffs.com was formed to give law enforcement a voice on the issue of border security. The tragic death of Agent Terry reminds us all of the human cost involved in protecting those who live near the southern border.
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