Officer Henry Franklin
Sikeston Department of Public Safety
10/6/2025
Sikeston Public Safety Officer Henry Franklin was shot and killed in the line of duty on October 6, 2025 when he and other members of the Sikeston DPS Tactical Team responded to a mutual aid call for a murder suspect barricaded in a home.
Officer Franklin was 41 years old and served with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety since 2013. He leaves behind his wife, children and a loving family.
We honor and remember Officer Henry Franklin and the ultimate sacrifice he made for our safety.