Law Enforcement Honors Fallen SC Trooper Who Died in the Line of Duty
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Emergency vehicles lined the highway brightly, serving as a memorial for a South Carolina State Trooper who was tragically killed by a box truck during a traffic stop.

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety reported that on August 10, Trooper First Class Dennis D. Ricks, 30, was flown to the hospital after being hit by a passing box truck while performing a traffic stop in Orangeburg County.

Ricks was struck by the truck on his way back to his vehicle to continue his shift, according to WRDW.

SCDPS stated that after being in critical condition for nearly four days, on Wednesday, Trooper Ricks succumbed to his injuries.

“This is a profound loss for Trooper Ricks’ family, friends, our agency, and our law enforcement community,” said SCDPS Director Robert G. Woods IV.

“Ricks had a promising future ahead that was abruptly ended. We will commemorate his life and legacy, ensuring his service to the community and state is never forgotten.”

WRDW reported that on the same day as the incident, Anthony Aydlette, 45, was charged with driving under suspension.

On Monday, Aydlette was granted a $647.50 cash bond during his virtual hearing in Orangeburg Magistrate Court.

On Friday, Stephanie Simpson shared with CrimeOnline that while traveling down Interstate 85 in South Carolina, she questioned why “[she] spotted so many police vehicles along the side of the interstate.”

She also noticed “fire trucks and police on almost every overpass.”

Photo contributed by Stephanie Simpson

Simpson later learned the display was to honor fallen Trooper Ricks.

SCDPS lists that funeral arrangements for Trooper Ricks are scheduled for next week.

Due to Trooper Ricks’ passing, Aydlette may see more changes, but nothing has been said at this time.

[Feature Photo via SCDPS]

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