Anthony was a member of the Marion County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky. He had 6 years of service. He had previously served with the Lebanon Police Department.
Anthony was making a traffic stop on a highway near Lebanon, Kentucky, at about 2:00 a.m. As he was approaching the car, the driver opened fire with a small caliber handgun, striking Deputy Rakes. Despite being wounded, Deputy Rakes was able to return fire.
The subject fled on foot but was arrested a short time later by members of the Kentucky State Police and Campbellsville Police Department.
Deputy Rakes was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
Police comrades said that Anthony always wanted to be a police officer. He is described as a quiet, soft-spoken man, who was well-liked. They are grieving.
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| Saint Anthony of Padua, pray for Anthony |
Deputy Rakes was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
Police comrades said that Anthony always wanted to be a police officer. He is described as a quiet, soft-spoken man, who was well-liked. They are grieving.
Others describe him as easy-going and popular.
Anthony is survived by many loving friends and relatives.
Pray for all who die young. Amen.
Pray for all who die in the line of duty. Amen.
Let us pray that Anthony Rakes is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.
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