HAYWARD (KRON)– A memorial fund was established for the fallen California Highway Patrol officer who was killed on Christmas by a suspected drunk driver.
The CAHP Credit Union created the memorial fund in honor of Officer Andrew Camilleri, who was a loving husband and father.
The 33-year-old was a member of the CHP-Golden Gate Division, Hayward office.
Around 12 a.m. Camilleri and another officer, Jonathan Velasquez, were sitting in their patrol car along Interstate 880 in Hayward.
According to CHP, a 22-year-old drunk driver slammed into the back of the officers’ vehicle.Both officers were transported to a local hospital with severe injuries.
Shortly after, Officer Camilleri succumbed to his injuries. The other officer, Jonathan Velasquez, is still in the hospital with major injuries.
Camilleri left behind a wife and three children.
Those who wish to donate to his memorial fund can visit the CAHP Credit Union Website (www.cahpcu.org) or directly mailed to:
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