Oklahoma Department of Corrections, Oklahoma
End of Watch Saturday, January 7, 2017
Add to My HeroesStephen Roshawn Jenkins, Sr.
Corporal Stephen Jenkins suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after chasing an inmate across the prison yard at the Clara Waters Community Corrections Center, in Oklahoma City.
The inmate was observed picking up a bag of contraband tobacco along the inner fence line at the prison. The inmate ran from Corporal Jenkins and three other officers when they attempted to take him inside for a disciplinary action. All four officers chased him across the prison yard before subduing him. Corporal Jenkins suddenly collapsed as they walked into the prison.
Corporal Jenkins was transported to a nearby hospital where he passed away.
The inmate was charged with first degree manslaughter as a result of Corporal Jenkins' death.
Corporal Jenkins had served with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections for 18 months. He is survived by his four children.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
Most Recent Reflection
View all 21 ReflectionsCpl. Jenkins,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Oklahoma. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement then that of a Corrections Officer.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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