Chief of Police Donald E. Rhodes

Chief of Police Donald E. Rhodes

Quapaw Police Department, Oklahoma

End of Watch Saturday, October 28, 1995

Add to My Heroes

Donald E. Rhodes

Chief Donald Rhodes suffered a fatal heart attack after pursuing a dangerous driver.

Chief Rhodes was at the scene of an accident when a truck approached and screeched its tires. Fearing the suspect may have been intoxicated, Chief Rhodes gave pursuit and was able to arrest the suspect. Shortly afterward, he suffered a heart attack and was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Chief Rhodes had been with the Quapaw Police Department for one year. He is survived by his two children.

Bio

  • Age 43
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Heart attack

vehicle pursuit

Most Recent Reflection

View all 7 Reflections

My Uncle Don passed away two days after my 11th birthday. Although we didn't get to have a lifetime to make memories, I will forever treasure the ones we made while he was here. He was tough and wasn't scared of anyone, but he had a soft heart and was a caring uncle. We miss him greatly.

Lisa R.
Niece

May 25, 2022

Want even more control of your Reflection? Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits:

  • Quick access to your heroes
  • Reflections published quicker
  • Save a Reflection signature
  • View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past

Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now.