Firestone Police Department

Before school let out, our officers had the opportunity to participate in the final Unified Sports soccer game at Centennial Elementary School. Throughout the spring, officers attended practices, cheered on the team, and built meaningful relationships with the students. ⚽💙

Programs like Unified Sports create incredible opportunities to build confidence, encourage inclusion, and foster positive connections between youth and law enforcement. While our officers are there to support the students, we know they walk away from the experience having gained just as much.

We heard many “thank yous” from the school, families, and participants — but we want to extend our gratitude in return. Thank you for welcoming us and allowing our officers to be part of such a special program. It was an honor to celebrate these students, their teamwork, and their accomplishments throughout the season.

We’re grateful for every opportunity to strengthen relationships, connect with our community, and support our Firestone kids who make it so special.

Today is National Peace Officers Memorial Day. 💙

Established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy and Congress, this day—and the week it falls within, known as National Police Week—honors the law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting others.

Here in Firestone, we pause to remember two individuals who made that ultimate sacrifice.

Officer Richard E. Hart, age 34, passed away on October 18, 1982, from injuries sustained while attempting to contact a driver leaving the scene of an accident.

We also honor Acting Town Marshal Eustache Re, age 25, who was killed on January 18, 1919, after responding to a disturbance and attempting to remove an intoxicated individual from a dance hall.

Though separated by decades, both men served this community with courage and dedication.

Today—and every day—we remember their sacrifice.

🔗 Read their full stories and find local law enforcement memorial locations:
https://www.firestoneco.gov/581/Officer-Memorials