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Events planned for National Police Week at Scott

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  • By Airman Kristina Forst
  • 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. --  National Police Week is May 12-18 to show appreciation for what law enforcement members do every day to keep people safe and to recognize the sacrifices that law enforcement members have made.

In the 1960s, President John F. Kennedy established May 15 as National Safety Officers Day. This holiday eventually turned into National Police Week. Every May, National Police Week happens on the week that May 15 falls on.

"I think it is time for us to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice," said Staff Sgt. Bradley Bounds, 375th Security Forces Squadron police services NCOIC. "That is what National Police Week is all about."

To kick off National Police Week there will be a golf tournament May 14 at the Cardinal Creek Golf Course. Registration starts at 10 a.m., and the tournament begins at 12 p.m. The cost for the tournament is $50.

The 375th SFS, along with local police departments, will host a display of vehicles, equipment and weapons that are used on a daily basis. The display will be at the Exchange from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 15.

A K-9 competition and demo will take place at the softball fields near the Airman Leadership School at 12 p.m. May 17. The Military Working Dog Handlers, along with the various other local police departments, will be participating in multiple competitive events to see which team is "Top Dog" in different categories.

These events are open to everyone on base.

To sign up for the golf tournament contact Staff Sgt. Bradley Bounds at 256-1457.

Concerns of Police Survivors also promotes blue ribbons tied onto car antennas as a reminder to the public that many law enforcement officers have paid the ultimate price and given their lives in the line of duty. It is also to honor those officers who serve and protect communities every day by putting their lives on the line for everyone.

"Some people think law enforcement members are here just to give tickets and crash parties," said Bounds. "We are here for your safety, and we care about keeping people secure. We look out for everyone."