KC Reporter

Trenton Police Department Sgt. Jeb Walker has been awarded the 2024 Enoch B. Morelock Award, as announced by Teresa Moore, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri. The award was presented to Walker on August 22, 2024, during the 22nd Annual LECC Training Seminar in Springfield, Missouri.

“Sgt. Walker is an invaluable asset not only to his department but to his community,” said U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore. “His long tenure in law enforcement, the breadth of his extensive community involvement, and his exemplary military service truly exemplify the ideals honored by the Enoch B. Morelock Award.”

The Enoch B. Morelock Award is given annually by the U.S. Attorney’s Office Law Enforcement Coordinating Committee to recognize individuals with outstanding moral character and service to both law enforcement and their communities. It is named after Sullivan County Sheriff Enoch B. Morelock, who was killed in the line of duty on December 19, 1847.

Walker has served with the Trenton Police Department for 26 years and continues to oversee all traffic-related incidents while also serving as a firearms instructor, OC Instructor, and field training officer.

In addition to his professional duties, Walker is heavily involved in volunteer activities within his community. He serves on his school district’s Bright Futures Committee and is an ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce. He also holds positions such as vice president of the local Kiwanis Club and participates in various community programs including Christmas Wish Program and Main Street promotions.

Walker’s commitment extends beyond local service; he is a trained volunteer firefighter and president of an underwater rescue team that serves his area.

His military service includes a distinguished career with both the United States Marine Corps Reserves and Missouri Army National Guard. During his time with these organizations, he earned multiple commendations including two Army Commendation Medals and served deployments in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.

Sullivan County Sheriff Enoch B. Morelock was appointed sheriff in 1845 but was shot during a court-ordered sale just over two years into office—a tragic event leading to this award's namesake which honors individuals who exhibit outstanding moral character alongside their service contributions.