Local CHP officer killed in motorcycle crash

California Highway Patrol Officer Jarrod Martinez, a one-year rookie who just days ago wrapped up his first high-profile investigation, was killed on Thursday in a motorcycle accident in Los Olivos, authorities announced.

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Jarrod, may you rest in peace. It was an honor working with you & watching you develop into such a conscientious officer. The CHP has lost an individual who possessed flawless integrity and a strong work ethic. Your absence will leave a painful void at Shift Briefings, as well as through each tour of duty on C-Watch - a void which will never be filled by another. But know, Jarrod, we will carry on the same work ethic you demonstrated on a daily basis in your honor. Officer Jarrod Martinez,#19081, Santa Barbara Area CHP, End-of-Watch 10-29-09. Our lives are richer for having known you and we will do our best to care for your academy classmates and your family through this tragedy.

[Rhonda LaFrance]

To the family of Jarrod Martinez. My deepest sympathy goest out to you all. I remember Jarrod as a young boy when the family lived in Yarmouth, Ma, Cape Cod, he was full of life and adventure. To his mother and sister Jess, words can not express my feelings for you at this time. I can not imagine your grief. I will remember you all in my prayers.