Red Lake Nation Conservation Enforcement, Tribal Police
End of Watch Sunday, July 7, 2019
Add to My HeroesShannon Lee "Opie" Barron
Conservation Officer Opie Barron suffered a fatal heart attack while investigating an illegal harvesting call off of Highway 89 north of Red Lake.
He and other officers had just cleared from the call when he radioed dispatch requesting EMS for himself. The other officers returned and immediately began performing life-saving measures. He was transported to Red Lake Indian Health Service Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Officer Barron had served with the Red Lake Nation Conservation Department for 19 years. He is survived by his wife, two children, and aunt who raised him.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 19 years
- Badge 32
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location Minnesota
Most Recent Reflection
View all 116 ReflectionsOfficer Barron,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
July 7, 2024
