Cops Cycling for Survivors to Honor More than 300 Indiana Officers During 25th Annual Ride

Cops Cycling for Survivors announces its 25th annual bicycle tour across Indiana, along with the unveiling of newly updated memorial photos on its support truck—an emotional and deeply meaningful tribute recognized in connection with National Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, 2025. The 13‑day, nearly 1,000‑mile ride this July will honor every Indiana law enforcement officer who has died in the line of duty and continue the organization’s mission of supporting the survivors they leave behind.

The support truck, which travels the entire route with the cyclists, displays the portraits of recently fallen officers as well as anniversary dates of others. For survivors, this vehicle is widely regarded as hallowed ground—a rolling memorial that carries the stories, sacrifices, and legacies of their loved ones into every community the ride touches. Many survivors describe moments of placing a hand on the photo of their officer, sharing a quiet message, or reflecting in silence beside the truck as a significant part of their healing journey.

In 2025, two new heroes were officially added to Indiana’s roll of honor and will receive special recognition during the tour:

• Reserve Deputy Sheriff John C. Stahl III, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office — End of Watch: June 8, 2025

 • Corporal Blake Adair Reynolds, Delaware County Sheriff’s Office — End of Watch: November 12, 2025

Their memorial photos have been added to the support truck with the same care, reverence, and respect extended to every fallen officer honored by the organization.

Founded in 2002 with an inaugural ride to Washington, D.C., Cops Cycling for Survivors has grown into a statewide mission dedicated to ensuring Indiana’s fallen officers are never forgotten. Throughout the journey, riders meet with survivors, read memorials for each fallen officer, and reaffirm their commitment to carrying forward the stories of all 500-plus heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Survivors—including family members, colleagues, and descendants—who wish to connect with the organization are encouraged to reach out:

Cops Cycling for Survivors
 PO Box 597, Ellettsville, IN 47429
 Phone: 812‑727‑0725
 Email: [email protected]

Cyclists interested in participating in all or part of the 2026 ride are also invited to contact the organization. Participants range from survivors and law enforcement officers to family members, supporters, and community advocates from across Indiana.

Beyond honoring fallen officers, Cops Cycling for Survivors raises funds to support survivors through line‑of‑duty death benefits, scholarships, youth camps, and long-term assistance programs. The organization also helps families navigate post‑incident legal processes, including appeals and parole hearings. Cops Cycling for Survivors is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2011.

2026 Ride Schedule

 July 6 – Indianapolis to Richmond
 July 7 – Richmond to Bluffton
 July 8 – Bluffton to Angola
 July 9 – Angola to Mishawaka
 July 10 – Mishawaka to Merrillville
 July 11 – Merrillville to Kentland
 July 12 – Kentland to Terre Haute
 July 13 – Terre Haute to Princeton
 July 14 – Princeton to Jasper
 July 15 – Jasper to Jeffersonville
 July 16 – Jeffersonville to Madison
 July 17 – Madison to Bloomington
 July 18 – Bloomington to Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis

Residents along the route are encouraged to show their support for survivors and honor Indiana’s fallen heroes as cyclists pass through their communities.

About Cops Cycling for Survivors
 Cops Cycling for Survivors is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring Indiana’s fallen law enforcement officers and supporting their surviving families. Through its annual bicycle tour, the group memorializes officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while raising financial and emotional support for survivors. More information and donation opportunities are available at www.copscycling4survivors.org.