Holly MatkinRamsey County, MN – Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Deputy Dallas Edeburn died unexpectedly of natural causes on Aug. 1 while driving home from work, according to his department.
The 30-year-old deputy wrapped up his shift on July 31 and left the RCSO Patrol Station in Arden Hills to head home, but he never showed up, the sheriff’s office said in a press release on Aug. 3.
“While searching the area between the Patrol Station and his home, deputies located his vehicle and found him deceased inside,” the RCSO said. “A preliminary autopsy showed no signs of injury or trauma.”
RCSO Undersheriff Michael Martin later said the young deputy died from “apparent natural causes,” KSTP reported.
His exact cause of death was not immediately released.
Deputy Edeburn previously suffered severe injuries when a suspect in a stolen vehicle slammed into his patrol car in March of 2021, the RCSO said.
“Dallas worked valiantly to rehab from his injuries and return to full-duty status,” the sheriff’s office said. “His commitment to his family, his partners, and the citizens of Ramsey County will never be forgotten.”
Deputy Edeburn earned a degree in criminal justice from Minnesota State University Mankato, according to his obituary.
He began working as a correctional officer for the Ramsey County Correctional Facility in July of 2015, and was hired as a RCSO deputy in January of 2017, the sheriff’s office said in the press release.
Deputy Edeburn worked in patrol, courts, training, and was a member of the SWAT team and the Violent Crime Enforcement Team.
To him, his fellow officers were a “second family,” according to his obituary.
“Dallas’s success in his short law enforcement career was truly amazing,” the tribute read. “He was passionate about officer safety and taking care of his fellow deputies… After receiving life saving accolades, formal recognition for his patrol work, and placement on the Violent Crimes Enforcement Team specialty unit, there is no doubt that Dallas was already established as a well respected, efficient, and accomplished law enforcement officer.”
Deputy Edeburn leaves behind his wife, Jessica, and his infant son, Bennett.
He is also survived by his parents, brother, in-laws, niece, nephew, and many friends and extended family members.
A fundraising campaign established to help Deputy Edeburn’s young family in the wake of their loss has raised more than $51,000 so far.
“Our hearts go out to Dallas’ wife, family, and friends,” Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher said. “He was larger than life, both in his physical presence and his service to Ramsey County.”
Deputy Edeburn was laid to rest on Aug. 8.
Our dear colleague, English teacher Jes Edeburn, unexpectedly lost her husband on August 1st. There is a @gofundme to aid Jes and her young son, Bennett, through this incredibly difficult time. If possible, please consider a donation.https://t.co/2DyNHkykXK
— Edina Counselors (@EdinaCounselors) August 4, 2022
As a board member of The Minnesota 100 Club I had the honor to present Dallas Edeburn a check to help during his recovery. Dallas sustained significant injuries when a ten time convicted felon struck his patrol vehicle during a pursuit. Deputy Edeburn is recovering at his home. pic.twitter.com/CivI9zSxaD
— Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association (@MNPoliceAssn) April 9, 2021
His name was Dallas Edeburn, a Deputy for Ramsey County. He was was found dead in his vehicle after leaving the patrol station. Dallas was seriously injured in 2021 when his patrol vehicle was struck by a stolen vehicle. Rest Easy Brother. Prayers for his family of blue & blood. pic.twitter.com/ghoHdLrddK
— John Jay Wiley (@JohnWil21815218) August 4, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Dallas Edeburn, both blood and blue. Thank you for your service.
Rest easy, hero. We’ll hold the line from here.
