Retired Haltom City police officer killed in fire

HALTOM CITY, Texas - A retired Haltom City police officer was killed in a Sunday morning fire at his home in Azle.

Corporal Tony Miller, 62, retired from the department earlier this year after 25 years on the force.

Miller started his career as a patrol officer who eventually was promoted to Corporal. He also served as the department's firearms instructor for many years.

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After his retirement, he came back to the police force to work as a property technician.

In a statement, the Haltom City Police Department said, "his smile, laughter, and wealth of knowledge will not soon be forgotten."