An Apache Junction officer who was shot in the line of duty following a traffic stop incident earlier this week has died.

Officer Gabriel Facio, a three-year veteran of the department, died from his injuries on Sunday.

The Apache Junction Police Department posted on social media announcing the passing of Officer Facio.

In an emotional press conference, Apache Junction Police Chief Michael Pooley remembered Officer Facio, who he says immigrated from Mexico to the U.S. in 1999 with the goal of becoming a police officer.

“He loved everything about the city of Apache Junction, and he loved more than anything, putting this uniform on every single day. He just was so proud of it,” Chief Pooley said.

A procession was held Sunday afternoon to move Officer Facio’s body to the Office of the Medical Examiner in Phoenix.

On June 2, officers were notified about a road rage incident where a driver pulled out a gun near Ironwood Drive and Ray Avenue. Police pulled the driver over, identified as 37-year-old Roger Nunez. Initially, he was compliant with the police but became aggressive when he was asked to step out of his vehicle.

Investigators say Nunez then pulled out a handgun from his glove compartment and walked away from the scene. Officers told him to stop, but Nunez refused and told officers “to shoot him.”

Authorities attempted to use less-lethal pepper balls to stop Nunez, but they had no effect. Officials say he then fired four rounds, striking Officer Facio in the face. Several other officers returned fire and wounded Nunez. He was rushed to the hospital in extremely critical condition.

Chief Pooley said Officer Facio’s heart had stopped at the hospital, but medical staff were able to bring him back. His family flew in from Mexico, Texas, and all around the country to say their goodbyes.

“His dad and his mom are crushed. His wife is devastated. His kids are lost, but every one of them has wanted me to let everyone know in the community how much they know they are supported and loved,” said Chief Pooley.