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Texas DPS trooper killed in Panhandle crash honored at memorial service
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Doug Myers , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The trooper being honored was Sergio Romero, who was 27 years old.
A memorial service was held to honor a Texas DPS trooper who was killed in a crash in the Panhandle. The service took place at Childress High School and was attended by hundreds of people. State leaders and the trooper's family members were among those who gathered to remember his service.
The trooper being honored was Sergio Romero, who was 27 years old. Further details about the crash and the memorial service are available from CBS Texas, including more information about Romero's life and service as a Texas state trooper.
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Category: safety Published: June 25, 2026 Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A memorial service was held to honor a Texas DPS trooper who was killed in a crash in the Panhandle. The service took place at Childress High School and was attended by hundreds of people. State…
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