Announcement

We are honored to provide assistance to St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Det.  Cameron Jackson. Det. Jackson was responding to assist fellow officers with the apprehension of fleeing criminals when he was involved in a traumatic motor vehicle crash. Det. Jackson's injuries include spinal injuries […]

The BackStoppers is honored to provide immediate assistance to the family of Firefighter Chevy Gall of the Beaufort Leslie Fire Protection District . This immediate assistance is designed to offer some relief while the qualification process continues. It is important to note that, as part of […]

The BackStoppers is honored to provide immediate assistance to the family of  Chief Garry Moore. This immediate assistance is designed to offer some relief while the qualification process continues. It is important to note that, as part of our ongoing commitment, The BackStoppers does not guarantee […]

We are honoring the legacy of Paramedic Michael Clarke who died in the line of duty on October 14, 2024. Paramedic Clarke was found unresponsive at the St. Charles County Ambulance District after having run nine emergency calls during a 48-hour shift. Paramedic Clarke was 27 […]

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Woodland, widow of fallen hero Firefighter Oliver Woodland, Sr.   Liz was a beloved member of the BackStoppers family for 51 years and was 91 years old. On July 2, 1973, Liz’s husband, […]

We are now assisting the family of Capt. James Cova who died in the line of duty on July 9, 2024. Capt. Cova was found unresponsive at the Affton Fire Protection District after responding to multiple calls. Capt. James Cova was 54 years old and had […]

The BackStoppers is excited to announce the appointment of Lawrence (Larry) O’Toole as the organization’s new Executive Director. His appointment comes as Chief Ron Battelle prepares to retire at the end of this year after a distinguished tenure leading the organization.  Former Chief O’Toole was selected […]

The BackStoppers is now assisting Officer Travis Brown of the Ferguson Police Department who was catastrophically injured when he was knocked to the ground during a protest early Saturday morning on August 10, 2024. We are fervently praying for Officer Brown and hoping for a full […]

After two decades of unwavering dedication as the Executive Director of The BackStoppers, Chief Ron Battelle has announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and support for the families of first responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice or suffered catastrophic injuries in […]

We are now assisting the family of Functional Unit Manager Jason Pulliam who died in the line of duty on October 15, 2021 after battling COVID-19. Functional Unit Manager Pulliam was 49 years old and had served with the Missouri Department of Corrections for 27 years. […]