Harris County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, January 25, 1994
Add to My HeroesRicky A. Yates
Deputy Sheriff Ricky Yates was killed when his motorcycle was struck head-on by a pickup truck that was passing other traffic on a foggy night.
He was thrown from his motorcycle and killed instantly in front of 21868 FM 2090 in Splendora.
The pickup driver that struck him was sentenced to 10 years probation.
Deputy Yates had served with the Harris County Sheriff's Office for nine years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, a son, and six grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 1977
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 87 ReflectionsRIP Brother Dear, miss you just as much as the day it happened, you and Charlotte have a lot to be proud of in your kids Grands, and Great Grands, your legacy lives on Bro. Love you dearly.
Brenda Bradshaw
Sister
January 14, 2025
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