Harris County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, August 20, 2015
Tronoski Dontel Jones
Detention Officer Tronoski Jones suffered a fatal heart attack while attempting to deal with a combative inmate at the Baker Street Jail shortly after 4:00 am.
The inmate was being moved from a recreational area to a cell when he began to argue. OC spray was deployed when he became combative and non-compliant. Officer Jones collapsed during the incident and passed away a short time later.
Officer Jones had served with the Harris County Sheriff's Office for just under four years. He is survived by his wife, two children, mother, and several siblings.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 3 years, 10 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 153 ReflectionsJohn 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
September 6, 2018
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