Each month we will SPOTLIGHT members selected by their Division Representatives who have epitomized the role of Police Officer, Association Member or Volunteer.
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This month, the SLPOA is honored to spotlight Police Officer Joseph Haman. On Thursday, May 27th, Officer Haman was injured in the line of duty while conducting a traffic stop at North Grand Boulevard and Natural Bridge Avenue. During the stop, one of the occupants began shooting at Officer Haman striking him several times before fleeing the scene.
Last year, Officer Haman was named Fifth District Officer of the Year. Before serving the City of St. Louis as a police officer, Officer Haman served two tours in Iraq with the United States Marine Corps.
The SLPOA wishes Officer Haman a speedy recovery.
Previous SPOTLIGHTED Members
This month the SLPOA pays tribute to SLMPD Police Officer David Hayneswho was killed in the line of duty on March 24, 2010. This is a loss not only to P.O. Haynes' family and this police department, but to the citizens of the city that he bravely served.
P.O. Haynes was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a burglary suspect.
P.O. Haynes, who had one year of service to the city of St. Louis, earned a Chief's Letter of Commendation for arresting a bank robbery suspect. P.O. Haynes also proudly served his country in Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the United States Marine Corps.
P.O. Haynes, thank you for your service to our country and the city of St. Louis.
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We would like to salute the following Officers who are bravely serving our country in the Armed Services. Please Recognize:
