A Moraga police officer died last weekend from COVID-19 and related complications, officials announced Sunday.
Fifty-eight-year-old Corporal Kevin Mooney passed away Saturday following a "brave battle" with the disease.
It was unclear if Mooney was vaccinated.
He had been with the department since 2013 and was "excelling" in his position as a detective.
"He had earned a reputation as a fierce advocate for victims and a relentless pursuer of criminals," officials said in a release.
Mooney also served as a rangemaster, a field training officer and as the President of the Moraga Police Officers Association. He also started the department’s holiday season toy drive.
Prior to joining Moraga’s police force, Mooney served as a Contra Costa Sheriff’s deputy for 21 years. He also “proudly served” in the U.S. Marine Corps for 29 years, including tours overseas which saw combat in Iraq, before retiring as a Major in 2010.
He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.
"Our hearts and prayers are with his wife, children and grandchildren," officials said. "Kevin’s death is an incredible loss and he will be missed by his family, his Moraga Police family and our entire community."
