Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Colorado
End of Watch Friday, May 21, 1999
Add to My HeroesRonald Mark King
Deputy Sheriff Ronald King was killed when a drunk driver turned in front of him while he was driving on his police motorcycle on US 85, near Louviers. Deputy King and his partner were returning from a seat belt enforcement assignment when the van turned in front of both motorcycles, causing them both to strike it.
Both deputies were transported to a local hospital where Deputy King succumbed to his injuries. His partner was admitted in serious condition. The driver of the van was driving on a revoked license as an habitual offender. After the accident he fled to a nearby bar but was arrested by an off duty officer who had stopped to help at the scene.
The suspect was charged with several counts, including vehicular homicide, vehicular assault and two drunk driving charges. He was convicted of of the charges and sentenced to 36 years in prison.
Deputy King had served in law enforcement for 20 years. He is survived by two daughters.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 36 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 53 ReflectionsRonnie,
You gave such honor to being a LEO. You gave it your all. You gave your life.
I still miss you, not just today, every day. May is the worst It is when I always looked forward to seeing you the most, on a day when the sun would shine and you would say it was such a pretty day. And now each time another officer dies in the line of duty, I know how hard it will be for those who loved and cared for them. Rest now, my Dear Friend.
Sunshine
May 21, 2020
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