In honor of those who defend

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Marcia Montoya, 4th Security Forces Squadron defender, recites the “Pledge of Allegiance” during the Law Enforcement Memorial Service at Wayne Community College in Goldsboro, N.C., May 8, 2013. Several members of the 4th SFS participated in the ceremony along with their civilian officer counterparts to honor those who protect and defend our Nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aubrey White/Released)

In honor of those who defend

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing and members of the local community gather for the Law Enforcement Memorial Service at Wayne Community College in Goldsboro, N.C., May 8, 2013. During National Police Week, several organizations dedicated to honoring America's law enforcement community come together to recognize law enforcement officers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aubrey White/Released)

Police Week Kicks Off

Published May 7, 2013
4th Security Forces Squadron

SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. -- This year, the 4th Security Forces Squadron will host a number of events to celebrate National Police Week and welcome you to attend.

Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which it falls in as National Police Week.

The following events will be held.

May 14: Excellence in Competition M9 Pistol Shooting Match. The event will be held on May 14 and is open to all AFSCs. The top 10 percent of shooters will be awarded the Elementary Excellence in Competition Pistol Badge. Due to the amount of people signing up for this event, to sign up call members of the CATM office at 722-0259.

May 15: Ceremony by the base flagpole in front of the 4th Fighter Wing headquarters building at 4 p.m.

May 13-16: In addition to the events listed above, Security Forces would like to invite you and your family to attend "A Snapshot of Security Forces." It is held in building 5005 to the Security Forces training classroom nightly at 5:30 p.m. Each night there will be a different theme to give base personnel a sneak peek into our career field. Item to be covered include but are not limited to, active shooter education, Security Forces weapons and less than lethal weapons, SF vehicles and equipment, and a Military Working Dog demonstration.

If you have any questions concerning Police Week, please contact Master Sgt. Kenneth Broughman at 722-2539.