Trooper William Ronnie Brooks, III, Arkansas State Police, Arkansas

Trooper William Ronnie Brooks, III

Arkansas State Police, Arkansas

End of Watch Thursday, February 27, 1975

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William Ronnie Brooks, III

Trooper William Brooks was shot and killed while attempting to arrest three federal fugitives who had escaped from the Monroe County Jail.

He apprehended all three six blocks from the jail in Clarendon. He had all three handcuffed and lying on the ground when one produced a hidden handgun and shot him. The three were captured minutes later.

Two suspects, 29 and 36, were charged with and convicted of murder and sentenced to life without parole.

Trooper Brooks had served with the Arkansas State Police for four years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 4 years
Badge 319

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Pistol
Offender Sentenced to life

escapee

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Trooper Brooks,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Arkansas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 27, 2025