David Lee, St. Louis, MO—The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. Officer David Lee tragically passed away after being struck by a vehicle while responding to an accident on I-70. This heartbreaking incident took place on Sunday, September 22, 2024.
Officer David Lee, a traffic officer with the department, was 44 years old. He is survived by his wife, Tonya Lee, with whom he shared 19 years of marriage. The Ferguson Fire Department expressed their deep sorrow, posting on Facebook, "It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of a member of our law enforcement family, Officer David Lee from the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the entire SLMPD."
A fundraiser has been organized by Patrick Mahomes to support Tonya Lee in covering funeral expenses. Patrick shared his motivation for the fundraiser, stating, “I am fundraising for the wife of David Lee… all of the proceeds will go directly to Tonya Lee.” No donations have yet been made, but the community is invited to contribute and offer their support during this difficult time.
Many in the community have also expressed their condolences on social media. Among them are:
- Beth Pavia
- Chris LaPorta
- Elizabeth Lubanowski McClure
- Darla Speck
- Jenni Brown, who also added, “Prayers to your Firefighter.”
Officer David Lee’s service and dedication to the community will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department during this painful time.
We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to Tonya Lee and all who knew and loved Officer David Lee.
Short Summary of David Lee
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | David Lee |
| Date of Passing | Sunday, September 22, 2024 |
| Fundraiser Created By | Patrick Mahomes |
| Goal Amount | Not yet specified |
| Amount Raised | None so far |
| Location | St. Louis, MO |
| Purpose | Funeral expenses for David Lee |
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