Congratulations to Officer Tyler Moldovan who is a true hero and demonstrates the strength, determination and persistence. See the video as he throws out the opening pitch for the 2023 Diamondback season. TV3 Officer Moldovan one year after later.
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On Monday, May 1, 2023 the Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Board will pay tribute to the peace officers who, in the past year, made the ultimate sacrifice. Please join us in honoring these fallen heroes and all of Arizona’s peace officers who have lost their lives while protecting Arizona. The memorial service will begin with the procession at 7:00 P.M. Officers honored at the 2023 ceremony: Detective Jason H. SouthardTucson Police DepartmentEnd of Watch: November 26, 2021Officer Je...
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On the night of April 30th, a Phoenix Police officer responding to a domestic violence report near Central Avenue and Thomas Road was attacked and severely beaten by the suspect, 24-year-old Rudy Gomez. The officer – who remains hospitalized in serious, but stable condition post-surgery – suffered multiple injuries after being repeatedly punched and stomped, including fractured eye sockets, lacerations to his forehead and the back of his head, a fractured septum and a fractured nasal bone. ...
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Phoenix Police We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Officer Mark Aker who passed away from a medical event on-duty on May 10, 2023. He joined the department in 1994 and was assigned to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct. It with a heavy heart Lodge 2 expresses our support for his family and fellow officers. This comes only a day after Sgt. Tim Wheeler died at his home having suffered a medical crisis. Wheeler joined the department in 2007. Both left behind family, ou...
Read MoreInformation has been released for the services for Officer Mark Aker #5884 who passed away from a medical event on May 10, 2023 while on duty. Viewing: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. (Public viewing) Hansen’s Desert Hills Mortuary and Cemetery 6500 E Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Funeral: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Honors to follow outside, shortly after the conclusion of the funeral ceremony Christ’s Church of the Valley - Surprise...
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Phoenix Police Department lost Sergeant Tim Wheeler and Officer Mark Aker. Last week both were laid to rest. Please see a brief tribute created and released by the Phoenix Police Department in the memory of each. Sergeant Tim Wheeler Officer Mark Aker
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