Rhode Island commemorates National Police Week from May 10 to May 16, 2026, honoring fallen police officers.

Rhode Island commemorates National Police Week from May 10 to May 16, 2026, in remembrance of police and law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The resolution honors the sacrifices made by these officers in protecting the public and preserving the rule of law. It notes that in 2025, 111 police officers died in the line of duty across America, with 347 officers shot and 85,700 assaulted. The resolution also highlights that since 1791, over 27,000 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty nationwide.

Rhode Island commemorates National Police Week from May 10 to May 16, 2026, honoring fallen police officers.

Rhode Island commemorates National Police Week from May 10 to May 16, 2026, in remembrance of police and law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The resolution honors the sacrifices made by these officers in protecting the public and preserving the rule of law. It notes that in 2025, 111 police officers died in the line of duty across America, with 347 officers shot and 85,700 assaulted. The resolution also highlights that since 1791, over 27,000 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty nationwide.