Highway Patrol Remembers Fallen Heroes in 62-mile Bike Ride

On Mon., May 5, at 8 a.m., State Highway Patrol  troopers, law enforcement officers, and other supporters from around the state began a 62-mile bicycle ride  in honor of 62 troopers killed in the line of duty since 1929.   The trek began at the State Highway Patrol Training Academy, 3318 Old Garner Road. 

 

The bikers were scheduled to travel though several communities including Angier and Holly Springs, before returning to the training academy. On the journey, supporters, friends and family members cheered for the riders while remembering each fallen hero.

Last year, more than 30 troopers participated in the memorial ride held in honor of Trooper Bobby Gene Demuth, who was killed in 2012. This year, the ride is to honor all 62 members who gave their life in the line of duty.

You are cordially invited to cover and attend this truly special tribute to the troopers of the State Highway Patrol who have given the ultimate sacrifice while protecting the citizens of North Carolina.

For a complete list of troopers killed in the line of duty, please visit the following link.

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Contact: Fst. Sgt. Jeff Gordon
Phone: (919) 733-5027