AVONDALE, Ariz. - A Maricopa County Sheriff's deputy was laid to rest in October 2021, after he suffered a deadly attack while taking a suspect with felony warrants into custody.
Now, that suspect may face the death penalty, county officials said months later.Juan "Johnny" Ruiz, who was with MCSO for three years, died on Oct.
11."It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the passing of Deputy Juan "Johnny" Ruiz #S2212. He succumbed to the injuries sustained on Saturday at the hands of a violent predator.
Deputy Ruiz proudly served this community with courage and conviction," Sheriff Paul Penzone said on Oct. 11. "His loss is a tragedy for our profession and our community.