GALVESTON, Texas - A Galveston Police Department officer died in an off-duty incident over the weekend, according to the Galveston Municipal Police Association.

According to the GMPA, Officer Ramiro "Max" Vasquez passed away early Saturday morning.

Police mourn loss

What they're saying:

In a Facebook post, the GMPA wrote, "Early Saturday morning GMPA tragically lost one of our members, Ramiro Max Vasquez in an off duty incident. The way our members came together to take care Max, his family, and each other has been amazing to see. We ask for the community to pray for Max’s family as well as his brothers and sisters in blue. If you would like to donate to assist Max’s family with arrangements please feel free to use the go fund me account attached. Thank you all for the continue

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