Bernie Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Thursday, June 5, 2025
Add to My HeroesEddie Mays
Lieutenant Eddie Mays suffered a fatal heart attack while arresting a man during a domestic call on West Crumb Avenue in Bernie at 4:53 p.m.
The subject was arrested and charged with domestic assault.
Lieutenant Mays was a United States Air Force veteran and served with the Bernie Police Department for 30 years. He is survived by his wife, two children, and eight grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour 30 years
- Badge 792
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 38 ReflectionsRest in peace, Lieutenant Mays, we have the watch. Thank you for your service.
May the Lord bless you and keep you;
May the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you;
May the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.
Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. John 15:13 (NKJV)
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