Missouri’s fallen law enforcement officers to be honored during annual ceremony at State Capitol
Seven who died in the line of duty in 2011 will be remembered
JEFFERSON CITY – The Department of Public Safety announces events will be held on May 4 and 5 at the Law Enforcement Memorial, on the grounds of the State Capitol, to honor Missouri law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
On Saturday, May 5, the names of nine law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty will be added to the Law Enforcement Memorial Wall, north of the Capitol, overlooking the Missouri River. Seven of the officers died in 2011; two other officers, who died during 2010, will also have plaques bearing their names installed in the memorial wall.
Families of the fallen and law enforcement agencies from across Missouri participate in this annual event by placing wreaths at the memorial wall. Gov. Jay Nixon and Attorney General Chris Koster are both scheduled to be among those making remarks at the solemn ceremony.
On Friday, May 4, a candlelight vigil in honor of all Missouri law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty will be held at the Law Enforcement Memorial.
In case of inclement weather, the ceremonies will be held in the Capitol Rotunda.
- Friday, May 4, 8 p.m., Candlelight Vigil
- Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m., Memorial Service-Law Enforcement Memorial, North Capitol Drive, Jefferson City
