Shreveport Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, December 16, 1992
Add to My HeroesRonald Edward Dean, Jr.
Narcotics Officer Ronald Dean was shot and killed while serving a narcotics-related warrant in the Pines Apartments at 8040 Line Avenue.
Officer Dean was a member of a Street Level Interdiction Team, which was serving the warrant at an apartment complex. Officer Dean used a battering ram device to knock down the door. As he and other officers entered the apartment, the lone suspect started firing a .357 magnum handgun at the officers. Officer Dean was struck one time between the side panels of his vest and the bullet lodged in his chest. A second officer received gunshot wounds to the leg. The shooter was shot and wounded by other officers. Officer Dean died about one hour later at the hospital.
The killer was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life without parole.
Officer Dean had served with the Shreveport Police Department for five years. He is survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 551
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 50 ReflectionsRon Dean use to shop at the grocery store I worked at when he was off duty heading home. He always had the award winning smile and was kind to everyone. He loved serving his community. He set a high bar for Officers he is greatly missed. RIP....
Stephanie
Citizen
July 17, 2023
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