Officer David Lee tragically lost his life in the line of duty on Sunday morning. The 44-year-old SLMPD traffic officer had been married to his wife, Tonya Lee, for 19 years, and together for a total of 26. “My husband did not deserve this,” Tonya said, fighting back tears. “He did the right thing” as reported by KMOV.
Officer Lee was responding to a crash on I-70 when a speeding drunk driver lost control and struck him. He later died from his injuries. The drunk driver was identified as a illegal immigrant, entered through the Biden/Harris program.
In a display of grace, Tonya addressed the driver. “I want you to know we forgive you, baby. We forgive you. But you destroyed my family. I know God will deal with you,” she said.
“You’ve broken the heart of an entire city,” Tonya added. “My husband was loved.”
She described Officer Lee as someone who always brought happiness and calm to those around him. “Lee, you are special,” she said. “I always told him that. He’s special.”
A memorial outside SLMPD’s North Patrol Division has grown as the community honors his legacy.
“Not only was he a hero in this, but