A tragic week for the McAlester Police Department, who first announced the sudden passing of Captain Richard Parker, who had served with the department for over 26 years. During the funeral procession, a truck hit a McAlester patrol car head-on, critically injuring Officer Joseph Barlow. The Barlow family requested privacy during this difficult time, focusing on supporting Officer Barlow’s hospitalization and healing. A fundraiser for Officer Barlow will be held on Tuesday, March 21, with all proceeds going to Barlow’s family account at First National Bank. The driver of the truck involved in the collision has been arrested on complaints of driving without a license, reckless driving, and driving illegally while causing great bodily harm. The McAlester Police Department has requested prayers and support for Officer Barlow during this difficult time.
Oklahoma Police Officer Critically Injured in Funeral Procession
The McAlester Police Department is reeling from two tragic events that have occurred within a week. First, they announced the sudden passing of Captain Richard Parker, who had served with the department for over 26 years. The department posted a message on Facebook praising Parker’s dedication to serving the community and his fellow officers, stating that he would be sorely missed.
As Parker’s colleagues prepared to lay him to rest, tragedy struck once again. While on the way to the funeral, a truck collided head-on with a McAlester patrol car, critically injuring Officer Joseph Barlow.
The Barlow family released a statement thanking the community for their outpouring of love, support, and prayers. They also expressed their gratitude to the first responders and medical staff who tended to Officer Barlow, who underwent multiple surgeries and remained in critical condition at the time of the report.
The family requested privacy during this difficult time as they focus on supporting Officer Barlow’s hospitalization and healing.
The McAlester Police Department is asking for prayers for both Officer Barlow and the Parker family during this difficult time.
Fundraiser for Critically Injured Oklahoma Police Officer
A fundraiser for Officer Joseph Barlow, who was critically injured in a collision while on duty, will be held on Tuesday, March 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the McAlester Elks Lodge. The event is open to the public, and all proceeds will go to Barlow’s family account at First National Bank.
The driver of the truck involved in the collision has been arrested on complaints of driving without a license, reckless driving, and driving illegally while causing great bodily harm. The McAlester Police Department has requested prayers and support for Officer Barlow during this difficult time.
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