Richard Heeter

How they died

Deadly force

Officers shot Richard Heeter after a manhunt that began after he reportedly shot two deputies and ended when he stabbed another officer. According to police, Heeter had gone to a residence near to collect a debt at around 1 a.m. Neighbors called police to report gunfire and screams coming from the home. Deputies were reportedly ambushed by Heeter as they approached. One deputy was shot in the wrist and a second officer was hit in the arm. Heeter fled and a manhunt began that lasted the rest of the night. After 5 a.m., officers encountered Heeter back on Circle Drive. Heeter allegedly lunged at them with a knife hidden behind his back, stabbing one officer in the shoulder. The officers opened fire, killing Heeter.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Richard Heeter, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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