The mission of Border Patrol Foundation (BPF) is to honor the memory of fallen U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) agents and provide support and resources to the families. BPF provides support to Border Patrol employees, USBP agents and their families for on- and off-duty deaths, injuries, illnesses, family medical emergencies, special circumstances and student scholarships.
Eric Cespedes
End of Watch
July 11, 2025
On July 11, 2025, Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (SBPA) Eric Cespedes was at the beach with his family when his children became caught in a rip current. SBPA Cespedes entered the water and rescued his children. Upon exiting the water, he collapsed. Despite lifesaving measures, SBPA Cespedes succumbed to his injuries. SBPA Cespedes began his career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and was assigned to Harlingen Station, Rio Grande Valley Sector, where he served with the United States Border Patrol for 17 years. SBPA Cespedes is survived by his wife, children, mother, brothers, and sister.