Denver police officer Donald R. Young was shot and killed working in an off-duty capacity. The incident happened at about 1 a.m. at 1733 W. Mississippi at a hall that is rented out for private functions called Solano Ocampo. According to police, Young and another officer who was also working off-duty were monitoring a crowd of people when the suspect fired at them from behind. Neither officer was able to return fire, and two other officer nearby ran to the scene and saw a male suspect fleeing the area armed with what appeared to be a weapon. The suspect disappeared into the crowd, and the two officers ran to help the two injured men. Both Young and the other injured officer, John H. Bishop, were hospitalized. Young died soon after. Police said Bishop was saved possibly because he was wearing a bulletproof vest. Police described the suspect as being Hispanic with very short hair, a thin moustache, "lightly heavy set wearing white shirt with sleeves down to the elbows and either Kaki or light brown pants," between 5-foot-6 and 5-foot-10 and "possibly in his mid 20s."

Young is survived by his wife and two young daughters. Detective Young graduated from the police academy in December of 1993 and was later assigned to District 4. He had also been assigned to the Vice/Narcotics Unit in 1997 and the Domestic Violence Unit and was currently assigned to Fugitive/Bomb Unit Vice/Narcotics."

Detective Young was the recipient of the Medal of Honor Award, Distinguished Service Cross Award, 10 Official Commendations, and 2 Commendatory Letters. Detective Young was very athletic; he boxed, played competitive softball and was an avid motorcycle rider. He adored his daughters and loved every moment he spent with them.

Kelly Young and all the family would like to express their sincere appreciation for all the love, kindness and support they have been shown by everyone. It has deeply touched them and for that they are thankful

Agency Information:
Denver Police Department
1331 Cherokee St
Denver, CO 80204
Phone: 720-913-2000
 

COP KILLER RAUL GARCIA-GOMEZ, DOB: 5/27/1985 (shown below) is alleged to a have shot and killed Denver Police Detective Donny Young and wounded Detective Jack Bishop. RAUL GARCIA-GOMEZ is CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS and is described as a Hispanic male, 5’-6”tall, 150 pounds, with short shaved dark brown hair, and brown eyes, thin mustache, full face, and tattoo(s) on left hand/forearm. He may be driving a white 1995 Dodge Neon, 4 doors (as pictured below). His current whereabouts are unknown.

 

RIP, I did not know you, but you are a part of a larger family. As my brother is a Denver Police officer you are too part of my family. My heart and prayers go out to your family and loved ones. You will be missed but the lives you touched will be forever blessed for knowing you.

Ronda, CO

Date: 05/13/2005
Time: 12:27 PM



I am so sorry to hear the death of this fine and young and courageous officer and also my deeply condolences to their family. I will pray for their family to god for their safety. God have mercy on their soul.....

Private Detective
Mirza Mukarram Beg, FL
muki_71@hotmail.com



As a Law Enforcement Officer myself I am sorry to hear about the lost of one my brother or sister Law Enforcement Officer. My heart goes out to the family of all fallen Officers.

Police Officer Martin Lee
jasperpd203@yahoo.com
JASPER POLICE DEPT. FL



My prayers are with the family. My brother is a police officer that was also shot numerous times on March 27, 2004 at 10 am and was know by Kevin. I still have my brother, but lord really watched over him and still is.. I pray every night for the families GOD BLESS YOU ALL....

GOD Bless every officer, EMT, Firefighter and all.... You are in our prayers DAILY

Tracey Collins
tcollins27@bellsouth.net
Malvern, AL



It is not how hey died, but how hey lived that makes them a hero. Gone but not forgotten.

Private Security Officer
Quinn Wyse, CANADA
quinn_wyse1@hotmail.com



God bless brother/sister, continue patrol through the heaven's gate. We'll do the same out here in the City of the Angels (Los Angeles, CA).

Los Angeles Police Department, CA
Police Officer, Jeff Collado
JEPEEDY@HOTMAIL.COM



Rest in peace, god protect you and your family

Sergeant Kevin Young, NYCPD
kpyoun29@verizon.net



To My Fallen Law Enforcement Brother there are many men and woman, who will arise to the occasion of "Keeping America's Highway's Safe." "God will be there for your family, trust me," So, I say to you now that you have the best job now of being a "Highway Trooper for Heaven, Protecting God's Highways To Him."

Mark Scott
Private Security Officer, CA
yodatwolf@yahoo.com



I'm really sorry, when a police officer dies a guard angel dies too. Molly live forever in the mind of all
cops of the world (and every cops fallen in action). Edgar Solera Ex sergeant of police
(Costa Rica, Guardia Civil)

Government Agent, Guardia Civil, Costa Rica
Edgar Solera
edgarsoleramontero@yahoo.com



Our prayers are with the family

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY



I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it is about the person next to you.

Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com



It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every" corner of the world who cares!

Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom



May your family find peace and strength.  I know how it feels to lose a family member in the line of duty.  My prayers are with you.  They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here and now they can all watch over us.

Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com



Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.

Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us



Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity. May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth

Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu



Rest in peace, and may God allow him to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven. Our prayers go out to the Officer's Department family and friends. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

From all the Staff at Police Special Inc.