[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S452]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Honoring Christopher Ohlmeyer
Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I rise on a very sad occasion,
recognizing Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Deputy Christopher
Ohlmeyer, a motorcycle officer who was just killed in a traffic motor
vehicle accident. His death will be felt by his family, his fellow
officers, and our entire State.
Christopher Ohlmeyer was a great officer, but he was more than the
uniform he wore. He was a husband, a father, and a friend.
The way that he died, though tragic, is a testament to the way he
lived. Deputy Ohlmeyer was struck as he was serving as a motorcycle
escort for a funeral procession and was hit by a car from behind. In
his final moments, he was serving someone else.
I am told that those who did not have a family were invited to be
part of his; that he brought people together; that he was deeply
committed to serving his community.
May we pray for his family, remember his sacrifice, and strive to
live our legacy and our lives in whatever way we can, as he did his.
With gratitude for Deputy Ohlmeyer's service and remembrance of his
life, Mr. President, I ask that we pause for a moment to remember
Deputy Ohlmeyer.
(Moment of silence.)
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Texas.