Procession held for 23-year veteran of Chandler Police Department who died from COVID-19 complications

The Chandler Police Department says a 23-year veteran died after a fight with COVID-19 on Dec. 17.

Officer Jeremy Wilkins is survived by his wife and five children.

A procession for Wilkins was held on Dec. 27. The route began near Chandler Fashion Center Mall and ended at the Chandler Public Safety Training Center.

Officer Jeremy Wilkins. Photo courtesy of the Chandler Police Department

Officer Jeremy Wilkins. Photo courtesy of the Chandler Police Department

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