341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trinity Johnwell, left, and Airman 1st Class Evan Crowder, 341st Security Forces Squadron Defenders, pull a Security Forces Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the Defender Challenge held in honor of National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 13, 2026. The challenge’s obstacles test cooperation and rapid task allocation, reinforcing tactical decision-making in the field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justice Snovel, 341st Missile Security Forces Squadron missile security operator, takes part in the Fallen Defenders ruck march during National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 11, 2026. The ruck march initiated the week’s events, as base personnel completed a 5K ruck in honor of fallen Defenders and other law enforcement personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

Military working dog Bond looks up at his handler, Staff Sgt. Spencer Jalali, 341st Security Forces Squadron MWD handler, at a Security Forces Exposition event during National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 13, 2026. The Security Forces Exposition included several stations that highlighted the various aspects of the Security Forces squadrons, including drone technology, protective training equipment demonstrations and K-9 demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justice Snovel, 341st Missile Security Forces Squadron missile security operator, pushes a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the Defender Challenge held during National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 13, 2026. The Defender Challenge tests Airmen and officers through a series of events designed to replicate challenges they may encounter in the field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Imam Randle, 341st Security Forces Squadron Defender, plays in a basketball tournament during National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 12, 2026. The competition enhanced morale while testing teamwork and agility, fostering a positive environment and reinforcing mission-essential skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, gives remarks during the National Police Week opening ceremony at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 11, 2026. Observed annually, National Police Week honors Defenders and law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Corey Wilson, 341st Civil Engineer Squadron structural journeyman, competes in a marksmanship competition as part of National Police Week at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, May 14, 2026. The Excellence in Competition marksmanship competition allowed Airmen across Security Forces squadrons to compete against each other using multiple different types of handguns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson)

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341st Missile Wing Defenders recognize Police Week, honor fallen Defenders

Published June 3, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Ethan Wilson
341st Missile Wing

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. --

National Police Week 2026 brought the 341st Missile Wing Security Forces Group together with the Great Falls Police Department to honor fallen Defenders and law enforcement officers. From shared events to moments of reflection, the week paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and the nation.