Photos by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs May 29, 2026
A U.S. Air Force Defender assigned to the 435th Security Forces Squadron assembles an M240 machine gun during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 12, 2026. Police Week is hosted annually in remembrance of fallen heroes and those who continue to serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron and 435th SFS participate in a 5k ruck during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 12, 2026. Police week hosted events like the Defenders Challenge to showcase core functions performed by defenders daily and in remembrance of those who serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Janie Flores, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, and MWD Tuzes perform in scenarios during Police Week 26 at the Base Exchange at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 14, 2026. The 86th SFS MWD unit is responsible for the handling, care and training of MWDs for drug and explosive detection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)
U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Annastasia Vaughn-Bostic, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant discusses gear on display with U.S. Space Force Sgt Nikolaus Barcinas, Combat Forces Command crew chief during Police Week 26 at the Base Exchange at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 14, 2026. In recognition of Police Week 26, a static display of weapons systems, equipment demonstrations and insight into mission capabilities were rendered. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron and 435th SFS perform a simulated vehicle search during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 12, 2026. Vehicle searches are essential to maintaining base security and are a core function of those members working at the gate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Janie Flores, 86th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, and MWD Tuzes perform during a K9 demonstration event at the Base Exchange at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 14, 2026. An annual event, Police Week’s purpose is to recognize the effort and sacrifice of Defenders by bringing awareness to the community and celebrating the achievements of their team members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)