Officer Ryan Burns

Aurora Police Officer Ryan Burns was shot in the line of duty on Friday, November 14th, 2014 while conducting a traffic stop in Aurora, Co. The driver of the vehicle had just stolen the vehicle and had not yet been reported as such. The driver of the vehicle shot through the vehicle and struck Officer Burns in the upper leg, grazing an artery. His partner returned fire and the driver sped off, crashing the stolen vehicle several blocks away.His partner immediately applied a life saving tourniquet and another officer transported Ryan to the hospital in a patrol vehicle.  A suspect was taken into custody on November 19th, 2014 by the Aurora Police Department.

Officer Ryan Burns is a well respected 11 year veteran of the Aurora Police Department, a great all around guy and a great Police Officer. Ryan is married, and is the sole supporter to a wonderful wife  and the father of 5 fantastic children.

Please assist by donating what you can to Ryan's family to get them through the holidays and for Ryan's recovery to avoid any financial hardships.

Ryan has had the opportunity to read your messages and words of encouragement on go fund me and is beside himself for the outpouring of support.