An SDPD sergeant credited with saving a fellow officer's life 6 years ago by shielding him from gunfire was awarded a Purple Heart for combat wounds he suffered while serving during the Iraq War.
Francisco Roman Jr. received the military commendation at Camp Pendleton in honor of his actions and resulting injuries during the First Battle of Fallujah as a Marine
Francisco Roman Jr. was wounded by an improvised explosive device in the spring of 2005 while leading Marines in a quick-reaction force to support another squad.
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