MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – The Meridian Police Department was honored this week by the organizers and riders of Run For The Wall® for its support during the cross-country motorcycle ride’s recent stop in the city.
A plaque was presented to the department by the Run For The Wall® Board of Directors and riders in recognition of MPD’s assistance escorting the group during its overnight stop in Meridian. Officers from the department’s motor and traffic divisions guided the large group of motorcyclists to their local destination as part of the annual ride to Washington, D.C.
Run For The Wall®, now in its 35th year, is a coast-to-coast motorcycle ride that honors U.S. veterans, their families, and those listed as Prisoners of War or Missing in Action. The 10-day journey begins in Ontario, California, and ends at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in the nation’s capital. Riders then continue to the Middle East Conflicts Wall in Marseilles, Illinois, as part of the extended “Wall to Wall” mission.
Meridian officers recognized for their involvement included:
Motor Officers:
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Sgt. Adam Hawkins
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Lt. Donald Jenkins
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Patrick Kirby (Reserve)
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Officer Ben Moore
Traffic Officers:
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Cpl. Nathaniel Hield
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Cpl. Tru Gibbs
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Officer James Wiggins II
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Officer Chameria Washington
The department’s participation was praised by Run For The Wall® organizers for helping ensure the safety and coordination of the group during its time in Meridian.
