U.S. Army · United States 
Kevin Simmons
1982
Kevin Simmons served the U.S. Army.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Patrolman Kevin Simmons was shot and killed during a traffic stop. Unknown to Patrolman Simmons, the two offenders had just burglarized a local drugstore. The men began to struggle with Patrolman Simmons in an attempt to gain control of his service weapon. During the struggle, one of the attackers was shot in the stomach. The second was able to gain control of the gun and shoot Patrolman Simmons in the head. The assailants escaped but were later captured. The shooter was sentenced to life in prison, where he later died. Patrolman Kevin Simmons was a U.S. Army veteran and served with the Spencer Police Department for over 1 year.
Survivors
He is survived by his mother, four brothers, and five sisters.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
Spencer Police Department
Patrolman
In Our Keeping
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August 2, 2026
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