Honor Guard

The East Providence Police Honor Guard is the specialized, ceremonial unit responsible for representing the department, its officers, and the City of East Providence at official functions and formal events. The unit serves as the formal “guardians of the colors,” preserving law enforcement traditions and demonstrating the highest levels of discipline, respect, and professionalism.

Unit Overview

The Honor Guard serves as the visual and ceremonial ambassador of the East Providence Police Department. Members are meticulously trained in drill, ceremony, and protocol to honor fallen comrades, support community milestones, and display national and local flags with strict military precision.

Core Responsibilities

Funeral Honors: Providing formal law enforcement honors, casket escorts, and flag-folding ceremonies for active or retired officers who have passed away. =
Presentation of Colors: Posting and escorting the American and Rhode Island flags at prominent public venues, civic assemblies, and professional sporting events—such as New England Revolution games.
Annual Memorial Services: Leading the ceremonial proceedings for the Annual East Providence Police Officers’ Memorial Ceremony to remember personnel lost in the line of duty.
Parades and Civic Ceremonies: Representing the city in regional cultural milestones, including the annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Staffing and Structure

The Honor Guard is comprised of a select group of dedicated, voluntary officers drawn from various ranks within the department:

Command Oversight: Supervised and coordinated directly under the Department Services Division Commander.
Composition: Staffed by a designated team of supervisors, detectives, and patrol officers who maintain their primary operational duties alongside their ceremonial commitments.

Contact and Location

Location: East Providence Police Department Headquarters, 750 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
Phone Number: (401) 435-7600 ext. 20501