Memorial services scheduled on one-year anniversaries of deaths of JPD officers

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On Wednesday, March 8th at 10:00 am the Joplin Police Department will be holding a memorial service at the Public Safety Training Facility at 5102 Swede Lane, Webb City, Missouri 64870. 

The events of March 8th, 2022 had a profound impact on the families, our officers, employees, and so many others. 

During the service, Chief Rowland and several others will speak to the sacrifices of that day, the death of Cpl Ben Cooper and the heroic acts of our officers. 

Additionally, there will be a memorial service on Saturday, March 11th at 10:00 am at the Public Safety Training Facility at 5102 Swede Lane, Webb City, Missouri 64870, to honor the sacrifice of Officer Jake Reed. 

On March 11th, 2022, in his final act of service, Officer Jake Reed gave his organs so others could live. This ceremony will honor his sacrifice and will include a Joplin City Council proclamation for “Jake Reed Day” as well as words from several speakers. Both ceremonies are open to the media and the general public. Seating and parking may be limited depending on attendance