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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Rik, a K-9 with the Casa Grande Police Department, bites a decoy during a K-9 competition, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The competition featured an obstacle course for the working dogs, testing their abilities in differing terrain and raised ledges to see how the K-9s adapt to unfamiliar settings. Awards such as Tough Dog, was based on greatest running speed, force of impact, and bite strength, were awarded to the K-9s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Blitz, a K-9 assigned to the Casa Grande Police Department, runs toward a decoy during a police and military K-9 competition, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Beyond their daily work in the K-9 unit, these handlers and their canine counterparts also showcase their skills through competitions and public demonstrations. These demonstrations allow the unit to connect with the community at public safety events and schools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Axl, a K-9 with the Maricopa County SWAT Division, bites a decoy during a police and military K-9 competition, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. In March 2024, K-9 Axl alerted narcotics officers of an envelope disguised as legal mail at a Lower Buckeye jail, revealing pages soaked in methamphetamine. The hard work of K-9 partners on the front lines contributes significantly to community safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Ralph, a K-9 with the Maricopa County Sherrif’s Office, sprints toward a target during a police and military K-9 competition, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The MCSO’s K-9 unit assists with patrol duties, searches, tracking, apprehension of suspects, and bomb and narcotics detection. These K-9s and their handlers undergo extensive training to ensure qualification for their assigned duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Christian Corrales, Arizona Department of Corrections dog handler, and his K-9 partner, Dag, compete in a K-9 event, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Popular law enforcement K-9 breeds include German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Bloodhounds, and Labrador Retrievers. Depending on their specialized tasks, these dogs can be either single-purpose or dual-purpose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week K-9 Comp with neighboring counties at Luke AFB

Officer Chris Wheeler, Casa Grande Police dog handler, grabs his canine, Rik, during a police and military K-9 competition, May 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. During the K-9 competition, police and military working dogs were evaluated on their speed and ability to follow commands. This event highlighted the precise control and discipline required of these working dogs in resisting distractions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week POW/MIA Ceremony

U.S. Air Force honor guardsmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing, carefully fold the U.S. flag during a POW/MIA retreat ceremony, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The POW/MIA ceremony at Luke AFB served as a powerful reminder of the nation's enduring commitment to those who served and remain missing. This solemn occasion reaffirmed the base's dedication to honor their service and the ongoing promise to continue their legacy in service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week POW/MIA Ceremony

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Forces Squadron render a salute during a POW/MIA ceremony, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This solemn ceremony during National Police Week paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The salute visually conveyed the service members’ enduring respect and remembrance for the service and sacrifice of prisoners of war and those still missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week POW/MIA Ceremony

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jeffrey Rybold, 56th Fighter Wing chaplain, delivers a prayer during the invocation of a POW/MIA retreat ceremony, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. As part of Police Week, the 56th FW honored those who sacrificed themselves in the line of duty and all personnel who have never returned or remain missing. Remembering their sacrifice is a continuing demonstration of respect for their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week POW/MIA Ceremony

Attendees of a POW/MIA retreat ceremony bow and reflect on the sacrifices of service members, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event served as a reminder of the enduring commitment to those who served, sacrificed, and remain missing. It reaffirmed the nation's promise to bring them home and continue honoring their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week POW/MIA Ceremony

U.S. Air Force honor guardsmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing prepare to lower the U.S. flag during a POW/MIA retreat and memorial ceremony, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This event was part of National Police Week, an annual observance honoring law enforcement service and sacrifice. Luke AFB held various events throughout the week recognizing military and civilian police. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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2025 Police Week Defenders Challenge

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jaylen Craig (left), Senior Airman Jason Wright (center), and Airman 1st Class Jren Jordan (right), 56th Security Forces Squadron defenders, push a Humvee during the 2025 Police Week Defender Challenge, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Defender Challenge consists of various strength and endurance trials, including tire flips, casualty movements, and ammo can presses. The Defender Challenge is part of National Police Week, which honors the men and women of law enforcement agencies around the country, while remembering those who gave their lives in service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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2025 Police Week Defenders Challenge

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jren Jordan (left), and Senior Airman Jason Wright (right), 56th Security Forces Squadron defenders, conduct ammo can presses during the 2025 Police Week Defender Challenge, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Defender Challenge consists of various strength and endurance trials, including tire flips, casualty movements, and ammo can presses. The Defender Challenge is part of National Police Week, which honors the men and women of law enforcement agencies around the country, while remembering those who gave their lives in service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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2025 Police Week Defenders Challenge

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jaylen Craig, 56th Security Forces Squadron defender, high crawls during the 2025 Police Week Defender Challenge, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Defender Challenge consists of various strength and endurance trials, including tire flips, casualty movements, and ammo can presses. The Defender Challenge is part of National Police Week, which honors the men and women of law enforcement agencies around the country, while remembering those who gave their lives in service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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2025 Police Week Defenders Challenge

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Forces Squadron move a simulated casualty during the 2025 Police Week Defender Challenge, May 13, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Defender Challenge consists of various strength and endurance trials, including tire flips, casualty movements, and ammo can presses. The Defender Challenge is part of National Police Week, which honors the men and women of law enforcement agencies around the country, while remembering those who gave their lives in service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke Holds Commemorative 5K

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, and 56th Security Forces Squadron Airmen begin a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th FW’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 5K and ruck was held to honor the “14 Fallen Defenders.” The “14 Fallen Defenders” serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 14 U.S. Air Force Security Forces members who have perished in action since the 9/11 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Holds Commemorative 5K

U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Michael Doria, 56th Security Forces Squadron training and confinement non-commissioned officer in charge, participates in a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 5K and ruck was held to honor the “14 Fallen Defenders” as a part of Luke AFB’s Police week events. Every year during police week, the 56th FW hosts a series of events to honor the legacy of law enforcement personnel, both military and civilian, who gave the ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Holds Commemorative 5K

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, participates in a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 5K and ruck was held to honor the “14 Fallen Defenders” as a part of Luke AFB’s police week events. Every year during police week, the 56th FW hosts a series of events to honor the legacy of law enforcement personnel, both military and civilian, who gave the ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Holds Commemorative 5K

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Force Squadron participate in a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 5K and ruck were held to honor the “14 Fallen Defenders.” The “14 Fallen Defenders” serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 14 U.S. Air Force Security Forces members who perished in action since the 9/11 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Holds Commemorative 5k

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Force Squadron pass by signs displaying the “14 Fallen Defenders” as a part of a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Signs honoring the legacy of the “14 Fallen Defenders” were placed along the ruck and 5K’s route to encourage reflection on the sacrifices made by U.S. service members throughout the history of the armed forces. The “14 Fallen Defenders” serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 14 U.S. Air Force Security Forces members who have perished in action since the 9/11 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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