Tomorrow, March 3, 2026, we honor and remember Warren Police Officer Edward A Rea, who was killed in an automobile crash during a vehicle pursuit.

The patrol car he was riding in was broadsided at the intersection of Van Dyke and Kennedy Circle in Warren. The driver was speeding and did not have his car lights on.

The driver was charged with manslaughter.

Officer Rea had served with the Warren Police Department for one year and had previously served with the Detroit Police Department. He was survived by his wife and two children.

The Warren PD Honor Guard will be performing a 21-Gun Salute Tribute to Officer Rea at 13:02 hours in front of the WPD Headquarters. All are welcome to attend.