Missouri Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Jefferson City, Mo. (KFMO) - Missouri’s law enforcement community gathered at the State Capitol on Saturday morning to honor six officers who lost their lives in the line of duty—four during 2024 and two whose deaths from over a century ago were recently confirmed.

During the annual Law Enforcement Memorial ceremony, Governor Mike Kehoe and Attorney General Andrew Bailey addressed the crowd, honoring the officers’ bravery and sacrifice.

“The officers we honor today came from large and small departments in different geographic regions of our state,” said Governor Kehoe. “But each shared the same selfless resolve to put the safety of others before their own. Missourians should never forget these heroes.”

Attorney General Bailey echoed those sentiments, saying, “Each time a new name is added to the Wall of Honor, we are reminded of the true cost of protecting our communities. Missouri will always stand with those who run toward danger to protect others.”

Family members of the fallen officers participated in the ceremony by placing white carnations in a wreath to symbolize their loved ones’ sacrifice.

A candlelight vigil was held Friday evening at the Law Enforcement Memorial, and the Capitol dome was lit blue through Sunday morning in tribute.

The officers honored and added to the Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial Wall of Honor include:

• Officer Cody R. Allen, Independence Police Department – End of Watch: Feb. 29, 2024
• Killed by gunfire while responding to assist a fellow officer.
• Police Chief Steven A. Singer, Lake Lafayette Police Department – End of Watch: April 8, 2024
• Died of a heart attack the morning after pursuing trespassing suspects.
• Officer Phylicia Carson, Osage Beach Police Department – End of Watch: Aug. 31, 2024
• Died in a vehicle crash while responding to assist with a pursuit.
• Officer David Lee III, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department – End of Watch: Sept. 22, 2024
• Struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting at a crash scene.
• Marshal Noah Bowles, Town of Lewistown – End of Watch: Feb. 8, 1904
• Shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspect on a train platform.
• Police Chief George D. Hooper, Webb City Police Department – End of Watch: March 17, 1918
• Killed in a gunfight while responding to a man pursuing a woman with a weapon.

The annual event serves as a somber reminder of the risks law enforcement officers face every day and the enduring gratitude owed to those who make the ultimate sacrifice.