Douglas County Sheriff's Office says deputy who shot, killed 19-year-old was within department policy
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has completed its internal investigation regarding the deadly deputy-involved shooting in May 2025.Sgt. Jesse Ronk's use of force was appropriate, and he has been exonerated.This review comes after prosecutors said they would not file charges against Ronk.ADDITIONAL COVERAGE: Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine determines deputy was justified in shooting, killing 19-year-oldThe incident happened on May 22 near 48th and Pratt streets.DCSO said Ronk was part of the Special Operation Group that was conducting a firearms investigation in the area at the time of the shooting. DCSO said Janidi Ibrahim "was the initial party to use force" after he pointed a firearm at Ronk when he was driving his unmarked vehicle.Because of that, DCSO said it was "reasonable" for Ronk to think his and the public's lives were in danger, leading him to get out of his car and approach the vehicle.DCSO said body cam footage showed Ibrahim pointing a gun at Ronk before he opened fire.READ MORE: Body camera footage shows 19-year-old killed in shooting involving deputy was armed, DCSO saysSince Ibrahim pointed a firearm at Ronk multiple times, it "created an imminent threat," which called for "immediate action," according to DCSO.Video evidence, as well as 911 records and interviews, revealed Ronk called for a rescue squad and rendered aid to Ibrahim, which is DCSO's policy.In conclusion, Ronk acted within DCSO's policy.Click here to read the sheriff's office's full use of force policy.PREVIOUS COVERAGE: 'Have to see body cam footage': Family of 19-year-old shot, killed by deputy reacts to DCSO investigationNAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
