DES MOINES – Gov. Terry Branstad has ordered all flags in Iowa be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, August 8, 2016, to honor West Des Moines Police Officer Shawn Miller, who was killed in the line of duty in the late afternoon on August 3, 2016. Officer Miller will be laid to rest on Monday, August 8, 2016.
The governor’s directive applies to all U.S. and state flags under the control of the state. Flags will be at half-staff on the state Capitol building and on flag displays in the Capitol complex, and upon all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.
The tragic accident that took officer Miller’s life took place Wednesday, August 3 at approximately 1:30 P.M. Miller, a 21 year veteran of the force, was returning from court proceedings at the Dallas County Courthouse. At the intersection of Highway 169 and the westbound Interstate 80 entrance ramp, he was involved in a motor vehicle crash and succumbed to injuries sustained during that incident.
Funeral arrangements for Officer Miller have been set.
Visitation:
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
7075 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Funeral:
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
7075 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Monday, August 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.
