Kentucky Deputy and Former Chicago Officer Dies Weeks After Line-of-Duty Shooting
He was shot while serving emergency guardianship papers in Sturgis, Kentucky.
Overview
- The Crittenden County Sheriff's Office said Deputy Rick Coyle died at home, surrounded by family.
- He was wounded during an April 2 service of emergency guardianship papers at a Sturgis residence, and police said the suspect, Ronnie Phillips, 60, died at the scene.
- Coyle spent nearly 30 years with the Chicago Police Department, worked for the Will County Sheriff's Office, and later served two years as a school resource officer at Crittenden County High School.
- The sheriff's office called him a beloved member and thanked nearby communities for their support.
- Kentucky State Police continue to investigate, and officials said he will receive full line-of-duty honors with funeral details to follow.