Hulu is launching Killing County in February 2023 and one of the subjects in the program is Damacio Diaz, a former Bakersfield Police Department investigator. He has been incarcerated for five years for corruption, possession and attempted distribution of methamphetamine.
Where is he now? Is he married? Who is his wife? What does he do for a living? Read all the information below in this article here.
Damacio Diaz Talks Hulu’s Killing County
Hulu is premiering a true crime show called Killing County, which tells the story of corruption within the California Police Department and how it affects families. While the show’s main subject is Jorge Ramirez, Jr., viewers also get to meet former police detective Damacio Diaz.
Damacio, formerly a detective with the Bakersfield Police Department, was sentenced today to five years in prison for bribery, possession and attempted possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. He also prepared and signed false income tax returns, Acting U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
On December 5, 2016, U.S. District Court Judge Lawrence J. O’Neill ordered Damacio to complete his sentence. On May 31, 2016, Damacio pleaded guilty to the charges. Diaz’s former partner, Patrick Mara, 36, of Bakersfield, pleaded guilty to similar charges on June 20, 2016, and his sentencing was set for October 17, 2016.
Court records state that from April 2012 to February 2015, Damacio handled a criminal informant involved in the widespread sale and distribution of methamphetamine while working as a police officer for the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). Despite being fully aware of the informant’s persistent illegal behavior, Damacio continued to handle the informant.
During this time, the informant bribed Damacio in exchange for information about law enforcement activities as well as protection from surveillance and arrest. While employed by the BPD, Diaz illegally accepted bribes and engaged in drug trafficking. On September 20, 2012, while performing his work duties, Damacio stopped a vehicle driven by two individuals from Yakima, Washington and conducted a search of the vehicle using a BPD police dog and a drug-sniffing dog.
During the investigation, a large cooler with several bags containing approximately 10 pounds of methamphetamine was found. The BPD dog handler did not remove any drugs from the vehicle; instead, he turned the situation over to Damacio and Mara, who took control of the methamphetamine seizure and oversaw the investigation of the case.
About a pound of methamphetamine from the traffic stop was taken into evidence by Damacio a week later. The remaining nine pounds of methamphetamine were kept by Damacio and Mara, who then sold it for their own profit. The plea agreement states that Damacio also filed a joint income tax return for 2012 that fraudulently listed $168,485 in gross income and omitted at least $97,900 in additional revenue.
Where is Damacio Diaz now?
In May 2020, news of Damacio Diaz’s release from prison after serving his sentence made headlines. He was released from a Sacramento detention center, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Both received reduced sentences. His partner, Mara, was released in April of that year after serving less than four years in federal prison.
Damacio has not updated his LinkedIn. His profile says he has been a detective with the Bakersfield Police Department since July 1998. From 1996 to 1998, Damacio worked as a police officer with the Tulare Police Department. Additionally, Damacio completed his high school education at McFarland High School. He attended the College of the Sequoias from 1990 to 1992.
Damacio then earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminology/Military Science from California State University, Fresno.
On his FB, Damacio announced that he is now retired and enjoying life with his wife and children.
Damacio Diaz’s age
It is known that Damacio Diaz was born in March 1972, this year he is 50 years old (as of January 2023).
Damacio Diaz’s wife
Damacio Diaz is married to his wife Courtney Diaz. The couple exchanged their wedding vows in April 2006. This means that in April 2023, Damacio and Courtney will celebrate their 17th wedding anniversary.
In April 2021, Courtney celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary with a post on FB. She wrote, “Happy Anniversary, Babe. I feel so blessed to celebrate another year of marriage with you. 15 years… wow! Thank you for loving me, living my life, and building my family. I love you! God bless us with many more happy years together.”
Courtney is currently 40 years old and celebrated her last birthday in December 2022. She works as a teacher in the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
They are reportedly the parents of a daughter named Caroline. In September 2022, Caroline married her husband Miguel in an outdoor ceremony. Courtney congratulated her daughter in a post on FB, “Congratulations to our daughter and son-in-law, Caroline and Miguel! We are so happy for you two. We pray for God’s blessings and continued blessings on your marriage. Love you both!”
Furthermore, while Caroline may be Damacio’s daughter from a previous relationship, the married couple have three children together. Their daughter, Jennifer, celebrated her 12th birthday in November 2022. Their youngest son, Christopher, will celebrate his birthday on September 28. He currently attends Horizon Elementary School.
And Nicholas, the oldest of the three children, will celebrate his birthday on June 25. As of January 2023, he is 14 years old. He graduates from eighth grade in May 2021.
Is Damacio Diaz on Instagram and Facebook?
Yes, Damacio Diaz is on Facebook (@damacio.diaz.71). He is not on IG.
Related FAQs
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Where is Damacio Diaz from?
Damacio Diaz is originally from Bakersfield, California, where he and his family live.
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When is Damacio Diaz’s birthday?
Damacio Diaz celebrates his birthday on March 10.
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Who played Damacio Diaz in the movie McFarland, USA?
Damacio Diaz rose to fame after Kevin Costner played him in the Disney film McFarland, United States (2015) on the transformation of a running team at McFarland.