Ronald Dale Baker, a 24-year-old male officer with the Dallas Police Department, tragically lost his life on May 2, 1983. Officer Baker was on patrol in southeast Dallas when he confronted two suspects in a parking lot in the 7600 block of Daingerfield Drive. During the confrontation, the suspects overpowered him, shot him with his own weapon, and then ran over him twice with their van.
The suspects fled to Arkansas, where they eventually committed suicide when authorities surrounded them. Officer Baker had served with the Dallas Police Department for four years and was survived by his expectant wife and young daughter. His death was a result of gunfire, and the suspects were identified as a male and female who attacked him and took his service revolver.
The incident led to a significant investigation, but the suspects' suicides prevented any further legal proceedings. Officer Baker's death remains a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty. His memory is honored by his family, friends, and fellow officers who continue to remember his sacrifice and dedication to serving the community.
