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Ronald Heist

Death by Force
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Ronald Heist, a 71-year-old Caucasian male, was tragically killed on March 20, 2016, while working as a security guard for the Schaad Detective Agency at the Fort Littleton toll plaza on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Heist, a retired York City police officer and former park ranger, was known for his dedication and professionalism throughout his career. Heist's death occurred during an armed robbery attempt by Clarence Briggs, a retired Pennsylvania State Police Trooper.

Briggs, who was 54 ye ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Ronald Heist

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Fort Littleton

    PA

    2016-03-20

    72

    Ronald

    Heist

    11/05/2025

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    10/05/2023
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