MISSION - The Rio Grande Valley is preparing to lay to rest a hero.

The body of Trooper Moises Sanchez is back home.

Sanchez died during surgery in Houston last weekend.

Four months ago he was shot while tracking down a suspect who fled an accident scene.

This weekend  a procession of dozens of law enforcement officials escorted Sanchez's body to Legacy Funeral Home in Edinburg.

A public visitation will be held at Legacy Chapels on Thursday.

On Friday, a funeral service will be held at Bert Ogden Arena open to the public.

A private family burial will follow.