Captain Thomas Doyle Ray, Jr., Orange County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Captain Thomas Doyle Ray, Jr.

Orange County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, October 23, 2016

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Thomas Doyle Ray, Jr.

Captain Thomas Ray suffered a fatal heart attack following a foot pursuit in the Vidor area of the county.

He and another officer were investigating a recent string of burglaries in the area when they became involved in a foot pursuit with a suspect. After the subject was taken into custody Captain Ray began experiencing chest pain. The symptoms persisted after he went home. He was transported to a hospital on the morning of October 23rd, 2016, where he died several hours later.

Captain Ray had served with the Orange County Sheriff's Office for 21 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 21 years
Badge 803

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack
Incident Date Friday, October 21, 2016

burglary, foot pursuit

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On this the 9th anniversary of your death, your memory and your sacrifice is remembered and honored. Your legacy of service continues to inspire.

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