Colorado State Patrol, Colorado
End of Watch Wednesday, July 10, 1974
Add to My HeroesRichard P. Ross
Patrolman Richard Ross succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning after his exhaust pipe was damaged.
He had just completed investigating an accident on U.S. 287, near Hugo, and backed his vehicle over a bent sign post. The impact punched a hole through the exhaust pipe. Realizing he damaged the cruiser he called for his supervisor and left the engine running while finishing his report. Two passing truck drivers found Patrolman Ross unconscious and called for assistance but Patrolman Ross had succumbed to the poisoning at the scene.
Patrolman Ross had served with the Colorado State Patrol for 16 months.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 1 year, 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Exposure to toxins
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPatrolman Ross,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Colorado. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
July 10, 2024
