Rodney Demarist Rone, a 46-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on September 30, 2014, in Dallas, Texas. Rone, who worked as an unarmed security guard at the Bruton Beer and Wine Mart on the 2000 block of Masters Drive, was shot multiple times during an attempted robbery. He was locking the door with another employee when three armed men confronted them.
Rone attempted to stop the robbery but was immediately shot by the assailants.
The suspects, identified as 19-year-old Rickey Varnell Manning, 23-year-old Brandon Okeith Small, and an unnamed juvenile, entered the store, took money, a mobile phone, and fled the scene. Rone was transported to Baylor Medical Center in Dallas, where he later succumbed to his injuries. His co-worker was not injured during the incident.
Following the incident, the suspects were arrested and charged with capital murder. The investigation revealed that the men were attempting to rob the Bruton Food Deli when they shot Rone multiple times. The suspects remained at large for a period before being apprehended and charged.
The tragic death of Rodney Rone highlighted the dangers faced by security guards and the impact of violent crimes on communities. Rone was remembered by those who knew him as a courteous and dedicated individual who tried to do his job without causing confrontations. His death left a profound impact on his colleagues and the local community, who mourned the loss of a respected and well-liked security guard.
