Ramstein celebrates Police Week; honoring law enforcement commitment, sacrifice

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Twining, 86th Security Forces Squadron commander, carries the U.S. flag while leading a memorial walk at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 12, 2025. The walk was preceded by an opening ceremony to kick off National Police Week and commemorate fallen Security Forces members and police officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
Kaiserslautern Military Community Security Forces members pose for a group photo following a ruck march at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 16, 2025. The ruck finalized a series of events held to honor fallen law enforcement members during National Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jason Jones Jr.)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Whitney Jester, 86th Security Forces Squadron response force member, attends the annual National Police Week exposition and demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 15, 2025. The event brought together Defenders across the Kaiserslautern Military Community to honor fallen law enforcement members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
Kaiserslautern Military Community Security Forces members carry a simulated casualty to safety during a Defender Challenge at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 14, 2025. In honor of National Police Week, this evacuation exercise tested Defenders’ physical strength and teamwork, reinforcing the communication skills needed in real-world emergency procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan Myers)
U.S. Airmen play volleyball during a National Police Week event at Vogelweh Fitness Center, Vogelweh Air Station, Germany, May 13, 2025. National Police Week was celebrated through various sports competitions, encouraging unit cohesion and morale. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
Participants from NATO Allied Air Command, 569th United States Forces Police Squadron and 86th Mission Support Group compete in a soccer match at Pulaski Field, Vogelweh Air Station, Germany, May 13, 2025. In the spirit of National Police Week, the event strengthened camaraderie and mission-focused teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing Base Honor Guard perform the Presentation of Colors during National Police Week at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 16, 2025. The presence of the Honor Guard team added a respectful and formal element to the ceremony, showing the military’s commitment to honoring those who served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan Myers)
Members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron pose for a group photo during a National Police Week exposition at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 15, 2025. These activities highlighted the dedication of law enforcement personnel, both in the U.S. military and across the nation, reminding everyone of the sacrifices made by those who serve to keep communities safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
U.S. Airmen from the 435th Security Forces Squadron participate in a ruck march during National Police Week at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 16, 2025. The march was held in honor of fallen Defenders’ dedication to mission and sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jason Jones Jr.)