Portion of San Benito highway dedicated to fallen police Lt. Milton Resendez
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A segment of State Highway 345 in San Benito has been officially named the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway, honoring the police officer who was killed in the line of duty in October 2023. This designation was advocated by the community and state Rep. Janie Lopez, who supported the bill in Austin. San Benito Police Chief Mario Perea emphasized the significance of the memorial, stating it reflects Resendez's dedication to the community he served for over 30 years. Residents, including former classmates, expressed their gratitude for the tribute, while two suspects remain jailed, with one facing trial for capital murder in 2026.
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