He has served as a mentor and a highly skilled expert in crash reconstruction and drug recognition. Edinburgh native Trooper Roman Gonzalez has led a life defined by sacrifice. Before his 17 year career as a trooper, Roman served as a US Marine in Iraq, where he earned the Combat Action Ribbon for his courage on the front lines. Both of these men continue to go above and beyond as members of the elite Texas DPS Honor Guard. They ensure that our fallen heroes are laid to rest with dignity, precision and respect. (00:42–01:06)
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Asserts that Trooper Roman Gonzalez served 17 years as a trooper and earned the Combat Action Ribbon as a US Marine.
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