JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (WSIL) -- Gov. Mike Kehoe has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Sikeston Department of Public Safety Officer Henry J.R. Franklin. The tribute will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at all law enforcement offices across Missouri, and all government buildings in Scott, New Madrid, and Mississippi counties.

“Officer Franklin devoted his life to courageously serving and protecting others, including nearly 20 years in the military, with two tours in Iraq, and over 12 years of service to the City of Sikeston as a member of Sikeston DPS,” Governor Kehoe said. “Officer Franklin died as he and other officers attempted to bring a murder suspect to justice. He will be remembered for bravely confronting violence and making the ultimate sacrifice so his fe

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