Wyandotte County deputy Elijah Ming honored with memorial field dedication
By Nick Sloan
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KMBC) — A baseball field in Kansas City, Kansas, now bears the name of a fallen Wyandotte County deputy.
City leaders, members of the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office, and family members of Deputy Elijah Ming gathered Thursday afternoon at Heathwood Park to officially rename the field Deputy Elijah Ming Memorial Field.
Deputy Ming was killed on July 26 while responding to a domestic violence call.
Community members said they hope the field serves as both a place of remembrance and a lasting symbol of Ming’s service.
“It’s a special moment for the whole family, but I think it will be even more special for my son,” said Ming’s widow, Tiara Ming. “When he gets old enough to realize that park has your name on it because of your dad.”
Organizers said the dedication ensures Ming’s legacy will remain a visible part of the community he served.
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