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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Moody Co. Chief Deputy honored in Washington D.C.
FLANDREAU, S.D. (KELO) — Law enforcement in Moody County continues to honor one of their own. In February 2024, Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok was killed during a pursuit near the I-29 and Colman exit. Authorities say he was struck by a man driving more than 100 miles per hour. Most recently, the Moody County Sheriff's Office flew to Washington, D.C. for National Police Week. Prorok's name was engraved on the National Law Enforcement Memorial Wall. 'I think it was significant, one, that we were out there as a group. And two, just honoring Ken was a very nice tribute to be able to be out there to do that,' Moody County Sheriff Troy Wellman said. Court docs: Former deputy's alleged abuse spanned 8 years Prorok's family was also in Washington for last week's events. His name is written on Row 13 E, Tier 1 of the National Law Enforcement Memorial. 'Ken was the smart guy,' Moody County Sergeant Thomas Klein said. There are more than 24,000 names on the memorial wall of law enforcement officers who, like Prorok, died in the line of duty. 'Seeing Ken's name on it, it was a moving experience to understand that there's that many names,' Klein said. 'But to see how many people still honored him there was amazing.' The week included a candlelight vigil, a memorial service and support classes for those dealing with loss. 'There were classes that we could go to. They had coworker grief, spouse grief, children grief, different things on how to deal with the issues that come with,' Wellman said. Support from other law enforcement agencies experiencing the same kind of loss was also impactful. 'A big thing law enforcement does is we switch coins and patches together. It's kind of a sign of respect to each other,' Klein said. 'I think I came back with over 80 patches and 60 something coins.' Prorok's D.C. memorial is as permanent as the writing on the wall inside the Moody County Sheriff's Office. Prorok's badge hangs outside of his office, with messages and letters surrounding it. 'As long as I'm here, I don't plan on having that taken down,' Wellman said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Why flags will be lowered in Louisiana Thursday
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Gov. Jeff Landry ordered flags to be flown half-staff Thursday, May 15, in honor of fallen officers for Peace Officers Memorial Day. An executive order signed Monday ordered U.S. and Louisiana flags to be flown at half-staff over the State Capitol and public buildings until sunset Thursday. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund announced the 345 fallen law enforcement officers added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in 2025. Three Louisiana officers who died while in the line of duty have been engraved. Russell R. Coxton, Dubach Police Department Segus R. Jolivette Sr., Lafayette Police Department Alfred E. Kelly Karlton, Tangipahoa Parish Constable's Office Proposed bill would create memorial to honor fallen Baton Rouge officers Peace Officers Memorial Day falls during National Police Week. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced a resolution calling for increased health and safety measures for law enforcement. The legislation urges Congress to support officers' safety and well-being through more policing personnel, improved training and equipment, tougher penalties for the assault or killing of an officer, and increased mental health resources. 'As hostility toward police officers grows, threats to their safety increase. We must support those who risk their lives daily to protect our communities,' Cassidy said. Leaders from Louisiana associations for sheriffs and police chiefs voiced their support for the resolution. 'We endorse this resolution's call for comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and well being of our law enforcement professionals. Our officers deserve the full support of the communities and the nation they so faithfully serve. Let us honor their service not only with words but through concrete actions that empower them to continue their essential work. We would like to thank Senator Cassidy for being the author of this resolution and for his continued support of Law Enforcement.' Louisiana Association of Chiefs of Police Executive Director Fabian Blache 'Efforts like your resolution that bring greater awareness and appreciation to the sacrifices of our officers goes a long way in helping our sheriffs and police chiefs recruit and retain our forces. At the same time, it also builds a greater community understanding and appreciation which is critically needed for law enforcement work.' Louisiana Sheriffs' Association Executive Director Kevin Cobb 'I am completely dead now': Indiana man's humorous, self-written obit reflects on brushes with death 'The Office' spinoff is coming, but when? Gov. Jeff Landry issues executive order supporting student-athlete NIL payment in Louisiana Why flags will be lowered in Louisiana Thursday Democrats heap scrutiny on Trump jet gift: 'It is gross, it is reckless, it is corrupt' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Connecticut officers to begin bike ride from Hartford to DC for Police Unity Tour
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Some police officers from Connecticut are starting a long bike ride to honor one of their own. The name of Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier will be added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. Suspect in hit-and-run that killed Connecticut State Police trooper accepts plea deal Officers will be riding their bicycles from Hartford, starting Thursday morning. They call this the Police Unity Tour. The bulk of the bike riders go from New Jersey to D.C., but these officers are going the extra mile. They will leave from Hartford Police headquarters late Thursday morning, and they will get to Washington on Monday, which is when Police Week kicks off. That will include hearing the name of Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier read aloud at the national law enforcement memorial. His name has been engraved on that memorial and will be unveiled next week. A Montville Police officer, a Groton town detective are part of the team. According to the press release, so is Pelletier's widow. They are also raising funds for the memorial and to support the families of fallen officers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Yahoo
Metro Detroit teen sentenced in murder of Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy
The Brief One of three teens was sentenced in the death of Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Reckling Karim Moore was sentenced to 5 to 20 years in prison Friday. Reckling and his wife Jacklyn had three children, and his wife was pregnant when he died. DETROIT (FOX 2) - One of three teens charged in the killing of an Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy learned how much time he'll have in prison. What they're saying It was a step towards justice in the murder case of Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Reckling. The first of three teens was charged and sentenced on Friday. "Although steps toward justice were served today, there's no sentence that's going to make us feel good about this," said Undersheriff Timothy Willis. Karim Moore was sentenced to 5 to 20 years in prison Friday. Moore is the first in a trio of teens who allegedly ambushed and killed Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Bradley Reckling last June. Reckling was part of a task force investigating stolen cars, tracking the one 18-year-old Ramon Debose was driving, with Moore and 18-year-old Marquis Goins inside. Debose was charged with murder, and Goins as an accessory. "We focus on the perpetrators of these crimes and whatever but they're irrelevant, Brad and his family is what matters," said Willis. Why you should care Reckling and his wife Jacklyn had three children, and his wife was pregnant when he died. She was in court as Karim Moore pleaded guilty to three felonies, including conducting a criminal enterprise, receiving stolen property, and felony firearm. Next week, dozens of Oakland County Sheriff's Deputies will travel to Washington D.C. for National Police Week, where Reckling's name will be added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial. "This year is going to be really special, it's going to be heartbreaking, but it's going to be special and I think it's going to help us grow," said Willis.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Yahoo
Man found dead at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park after days-long search
KANE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A man was found dead at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Kane County on Monday after a search lasting several days, according to the Kane County Sheriff's Office. Neal Mower, 68, was found deceased at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, located in Kane County, at around noon on Monday, April 14, according to Lt. Alan Alldredge, Kane County Sheriff's Office. A search and rescue helicopter located Mower close to his vehicle. More details are forthcoming. This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available. White House defends tariffs strategy Man found dead at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park after days-long search Hundreds of officers honored at National Law Enforcement Memorial U.S. and Iran discuss nuclear deal El Salvador's president says he won't return mistakenly deported man Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
