13-05-2025
Green Bay PD marks National Police Week with fallen officers memorial
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The Green Bay Police Department (GBPD) held a special ceremony to honor Wisconsin law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty.
The event, part of National Police Week, May 11th through 17th, was held in front of the Law Enforcement Memorial at the Green Bay Police Department. The ceremony began at 1:00 p.m. and featured a presentation of colors by the GBPD Honor Guard.
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Several speakers took part in the somber event, including Father Richard Getchel, the department's Chaplain; Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich; Police and Fire Commission President Rod Goldhahn; and GBPD Chief Chris Davis.
The ceremony paid tribute to the fallen officers ahead of National Peace Officer's Memorial Day, which takes place on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
National Police Week is a time to honor and remember law enforcement officers across the country who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.
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