On February 18, 2026, while training for the Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit at the Florida Highway Patrol Training Academy in Havana, Trooper Michael Diego passed away after suffering a medical emergency at 12:30 p.m. Despite life-saving measures by troopers and EMS first responders, Trooper Diego passed away at the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.Trooper Michael Diego had served with the Florida Highway Patrol for over four years, assigned to the Fort Pierce and Fort Myers districts. Survivors include his mother, sister, and fiancée. Our prayers and condolences to Trooper Diego's family both at home and with the Florida Highway Patrol
Plaques for Heroes
The plaque presented to the family
At no cost to the family, we create and send a custom engraved memorial plaque to honor this hero's service and sacrifice.
