Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Saturday, September 14, 2013
Add to My HeroesRodney Wayne Jones
Police Officer Rodney Jones died while representing the Detroit Police Department during a police motorcycle training and skills competition event at the annual Bikes on the Bricks in Flint, Michigan.
He was performing maneuvers on his department motorcycle on the 400 block of South Saginaw Street when he suddenly stopped it and fell to the ground. He was immediately treated by nearby paramedics and transferred to Hurley Medical Center, where he passed away.
Officer Jones had served with the Detroit Police Department for 28 years. He is survived by his wife, son, daughter, and parents.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 28 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
Most Recent Reflection
View all 163 ReflectionsHot Rod......
We are making more Motor Men on our department. I hope they can take after you, but you know the training is tough, so I ask that you watch over them and help them join our ranks.
I miss riding with you my brother
Sgt
MCSO
July 25, 2019
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