Arkansas State Police, Arkansas
End of Watch Thursday, February 27, 1975
Add to My HeroesWilliam Ronnie Brooks, III
Trooper William Brooks was shot and killed while attempting to arrest three federal fugitives. He had handcuffed two of the suspects but was knocked down and shot with his own service weapon.
The suspect was sentenced to life in prison.
Trooper Brooks had served with the agency for 4 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 319
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
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J.R.
February 27, 2020
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