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Police Officer James Ronco | Tampa Police Department, Florida Tampa Police Department, Florida

Police Officer

James Ronco

Tampa Police Department, Florida

End of Watch: Saturday, May 27, 1916

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 34

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 5/27/1916

Weapon: Officer's handgun

Suspect: Shot and killed

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Officer Ronco was shot and killed by a female prisoner who had just escaped from the police station. While he was transporting her back to jail she grabbed his gun and shot him twice. He was able to regain control of the weapon and shot and killed the suspect as well. It was determined that the suspect was under the influence of heroin and cocaine.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninety-third anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

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May 27, 2009

 

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