US Marine Afghanistan War Vet and DeKalb County Mourns Loss of police Officer David Rose
The DeKalb County community is cloaked in grief following the line-of-duty death of Police Officer David Rose, a man whose entire adult life was a testament to service. Officer Rose was killed on Friday, August 8, 2025, while courageously responding to a call involving a reported gunman.
His commitment to protecting others was forged long before he wore the badge. Officer Rose first answered the call as a United States Marine, serving four years with honor, including a deployment to the battlefields of Afghanistan. He transitioned seamlessly from defending his nation to safeguarding his community, bringing the same dedication and courage to the streets of DeKalb County.
His tragic passing leaves a profound void. Officer Rose is survived by his heartbroken wife, their two young children, and a third child expected later this year. He also leaves behind his parents, siblings, extended family, and a police department that revered him as a brother.
The loss reverberates through two families: his biological one and his blue one. Officer David Rose’s story is one of unwavering bravery, a double sacrifice that began in the mountains of Afghanistan and ended on a DeKalb County street. He is remembered not just for how he died, but for how he lived—a warrior, a guardian, and a hero taken far too soon.
