David Wayne Rickman

Death by Force

David Wayne Rickman, a 23-year-old patrolman with the Roanoke City Police Department, tragically lost his life on April 12, 1986. Rickman and his partner responded to a domestic disturbance call early that morning. During the incident, they were in the process of arresting the female subject's ex-boyfriend when the woman came to the door with a handgun and discharged the weapon. The bullet passed through Rickman's left arm and entered his chest through an opening in his vest. Despite being trans ...Read More

DAVID W. RICKMAN

Patrolman David Wayne Rickman, age 23