John Machuca served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 1 year and 8 months. John served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Patrolman Machuca was killed in an accident when his cruiser was struck by a drunk driver fleeing officers from a neighboring agency. He was en route to assist in the chase when the accident occurred. The suspect had three previous DUI convictions and was driving on a revoked license. The suspect plead guilty to vehicular manslaughter. Patrolman Machuca had been with the agency for two years.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Patrolman Machuca gave the Cornwall Police Department 2 years.
Thank you for your service to the Cornwall community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Patrolman Machuca.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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