For Immediate Release:
August 8, 2025
Contact:
Grace Hoge
[email protected]
Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming
TOPEKA – In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Friday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on August 11, 2025, in honor of Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming who was killed in the line of duty on July 26, 2025.
“The death of a law enforcement officer is always a tragedy, and Deputy Ming was taken far too soon,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “He made the ultimate sacrifice in service to his community, and he will not be forgotten. My sincere condolences go out to Deputy Ming’s loved ones during this difficult time.”
Deputy Ming will be honored during services held on August 11, 2025.
To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, visit https://governor.kansas.gov/newsroom/kansas-flag-honors.
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