COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Public Safety has announced funeral arrangements for South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper First Class Dennis D. Ricks, who tragically died on Wednesday, August 13, four days after being struck by a vehicle during a traffic stop.
Visitation
- Date: Tuesday, August 19
- Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Location: Dunbar Funeral Home, 3926 Devine Street, Columbia
Media Note: SCHP Commander, Colonel Christopher Williamson, will be available for interviews beginning at 4 p.m. Media must be set up and ready by that time, as no additional interviews will be provided on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Funeral Service
- Date: Wednesday, August 20
- Time: 11 a.m.
- Location: Shandon Baptist Church, 5250 Forest Drive, Columbia
Media Note: Funeral services are open to the media. Additional guidelines will be distributed Monday.
Memorials
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made through the online fundraiser established by FOP Partner Serve and Connect. One hundred percent of funds raised will go directly to support the Ricks family.
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police stands with the family, friends, and colleagues of Trooper First Class Ricks during this difficult time. We honor his service and sacrifice, and we remain committed to supporting his loved ones and the men and women of the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
