Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Wednesday, April 14, 1948
Dewey Rickles
Deputy Rickles was shot and killed as he responded to a domestic disturbance call at a residence near Morris, Alabama. As he entered the home he was shot three times when a man opened fire with a rifle. Minutes later a fellow officer shot and killed the suspect.
Deputy Rickles was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsMay you never be forgotten, and always remembered with respect.
Jennifer Ann Rickels/ 911- Communication
Austell Police Dept./ great niece
May 9, 2017
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