Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

51st Fighter Wing service members and employees attend a Police Week opening ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 4, 2026. The ceremony marked the beginning of Police Week, honoring fallen law enforcement officers and recognizing the service of security forces Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

Children play during Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2026. The displays provided insight into the capabilities Defenders rely on to protect the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing salute during TAPs, signaling the end of Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 8, 2026. The memorial bell was rung following the reading of each fallen Defender’s name, honoring their sacrifice and ensuring their legacy is remembered by the Defender community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James Tavenner, 51st Security Forces Squadron senior enlisted leader, gives opening remarks at the Police Week opening ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 4, 2026. The event brought together Airmen and community members to reflect on the sacrifice and dedication of law enforcement personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Airman 1st Class Shania DeVries, installation entry controller, rings the memorial bell during a closing ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 8, 2026. The ceremony concluded Police Week, reinforcing the importance of honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Security Forces Squadron perform a K-9 demonstration during Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2026. The exhibit offered a closer look at security forces mission sets and their role in maintaining installation security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron watches as a child operates an Explosive Ordinance Disposal robot during Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2026. The displays highlighted the tools and resources Defenders use to support force protection and base defense operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Security Forces Squadron participate in a group run during Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 4, 2026. Participants completed the run in honor of fallen law enforcement officers while promoting physical readiness and resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 51st Security Forces Squadron demonstrates a patrol car function to a child during Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2026. Static displays provided Airmen and families an opportunity to learn about security forces equipment and capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel Evans, 51st Security Force Squadron commander, rings the memorial bell during a closing ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 8, 2026. The ceremony concluded Police Week, reinforcing the importance of honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Police Week at Osan Highlights Defender Mission and Sacrifice

Published May 11, 2026
By Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster
51st Fighter Wing

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

The 51st Fighter Wing observed Police Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 4-8, 2026. Events throughout the week honored fallen law enforcement officers and reinforced the importance of Defender readiness in protecting the installation and supporting the "Fight Tonight" mission.