New York State Police Postpone Trooper Memorial Ceremony
The dedication ceremony for Trooper Clark Lewis has been delayed by state police.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The New York State Police have officially postponed a memorial dedication ceremony that was scheduled to honor Trooper Clark Lewis. The event was set to take place at the Montauk Point East Overlook.
Why it matters
The ceremony was intended to commemorate the legacy of a trooper who died in the line of duty decades ago. The postponement pauses the public tribute while officials work to finalize a new date for the event.
The New York State Police have deferred the dedication ceremony originally planned for 1:00 pm on October 16, 2026. Authorities confirmed the event at the Montauk Point East Overlook will be rescheduled for a future date.
The players
New York State Police
The New York State Police is the official law enforcement agency responsible for the safety and policing of New York state.
Trooper Clark Lewis
Trooper Clark Lewis was a law enforcement officer who died while serving in the line of duty.
The details
The event was organized to honor Trooper Clark Lewis, who served the state and died in the line of duty on January 19, 1936. State police officials have not provided a specific reason for the cancellation beyond the need to select a new time for the memorial.
Timeline
January 19, 1936: Trooper Clark Lewis died in the line of duty.
October 16, 2026: The ceremony was originally scheduled to occur at 1:00 pm.
Legal Context
The postponement follows the standard administrative process for managing public tributes established under New York State Police Fallen Officer Memorial protocols. This reflects the agency's formal approach to maintaining historical records and honoring past service members.
Residents and visitors planning to attend the event at the Montauk Point East Overlook should note that the site will not host the ceremony as originally scheduled. Public access to the area for the memorial remains pending until a new date is confirmed by the agency.
The takeaway
Honoring historical service members remains a priority for the agency despite the recent scheduling shift. Interested individuals should monitor official state police updates to learn when the ceremony will be rescheduled.
What happens next
The New York State Police will release information regarding a new date for the dedication ceremony at the Montauk Point East Overlook once it is finalized.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by New York State Police.
