Memorial Honors Three Palm Beach Deputies Killed in On-Duty Crash

Thousands, including state and national leaders, gather to pay tribute to deputies killed in a tragic traffic accident during enforcement duty.

Deputies Luis Paez, Ralph 'Butch' Waller, and Ignacio 'Dan' Diaz died following a traffic accident on November 21 while conducting enforcement duties on Southern Boulevard.
The crash occurred when a car veered into the shoulder, striking the deputies as they awaited assistance for a disabled motorcycle.
A memorial service was held at the iThink Financial Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, drawing thousands of attendees, including law enforcement officers and dignitaries such as President-Elect Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Family members, colleagues, and officials paid tribute to the deputies, whose images were displayed alongside an American flag and floral arrangements during the ceremony.
Residents were advised of significant traffic delays in the area due to the funeral procession and memorial events, which began early Tuesday morning.