Honoring Fallen Officer Zane Coolidge

The Phoenix Police Department is preparing to honor fallen Officer Zane Coolidge, who was fatally shot while on duty on September 6, 2024. A memorial service will take place on September 18, 2024, starting at 9:40 a. m. , and will be live-streamed on the department's YouTube channel as well as broadcast on PHXTV for local viewers. While the service itself is closed to the general public, the department is encouraging community members to participate by lining the procession route to show their support for Coolidge's family.

Attendees are advised to arrive by 9:00 a. m. for the procession, which will begin on Bell Road and culminate at Dream City Church. Officer Coolidge is remembered not only as an exemplary officer but also as a devoted husband, father, and friend. His untimely death has left a profound void in the Phoenix Police Department and the local community.

The department is making efforts to ensure that the memorial service is a fitting tribute to his life and service. The support from the community during this difficult time highlights the strong bond between the police force and the residents they protect.