Security Policeman Timothy Royce Riggs, United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government

Security Policeman Timothy Royce Riggs

United States Air Force Security Forces, U.S. Government

End of Watch Wednesday, December 11, 1991

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Timothy Royce Riggs

Security Policeman Timothy Riggs (SRA) was electrocuted when his patrol vehicle came in contact with a downed power line on Whiteman AFB, Missouri.

He and another officer were responding to an alarm call when they came upon an automobile accident. As SP Riggs moved his vehicle from the roadway, its antenna came in contact with the power line, causing an electrical surge to go through the vehicle.

Policeman Riggs was assigned to the 351st Security Police Group. He was an active duty member of the U.S. Air Force and served as an Airman First Class. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 21
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Electrocuted
Location Missouri

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Tim and I were stationed together as young Airmen at Clark AB Rep of the Philippines in the late 80s to 91. Tim was a good friend and we spent many shifts working together and talking about enrolling in college. Tim was a “Go getter” that had a bright future ahead of him! His dedication to duty won him a “Courtesy ride” in an F16,, a prestigious award that was rarely given out! After we both left Clark I soon heard about his passing and was heart broken. To this day Tim and his family have alway been on my mind and I hope they know how many people Tim had a positive impact on!

Joseph Puddu (Lt) Retired
Wichita Falls PD

September 5, 2025