Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper Clay M. Carns

Illinois State Police, Illinois

End of Watch Monday, December 23, 2024

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Reflections for Trooper Clay M. Carns

Thank you for serving our community rest in peace.

DST Anonymous Anonymous
LASD CLASS 481

January 8, 2025

You were loyal to your Oath. Integrity, Service & Pride. It’s not just a slogan but a Vow!!! Rest easy and in peace Brother.

J.G. Majda Jr. (Ret)
Illinois State Police

January 5, 2025

Sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

January 5, 2025

RIP TROOPER
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND
BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

I am a Traffic Patrolman for Illinois,
along side
Illinois State Police.

January 4, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the Trooper Carns Family. May God be with you all in a very special way in the time ahead!
Sending you hugs, and a lot of prayers to Heaven on your behalf!

E. S
Back the Blue

January 3, 2025

Thank you for your service

Newbell
LASD

January 3, 2025

My condolences to your family, can’t imagine being in such situation. Your bravery and dedication will never be forgotten.

Police Officer Trainee, E. Chavez
Santa Monica Police Department

January 2, 2025

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

January 2, 2025

Rest in Peace Clay M Carns. May his memory be eternal

Police officer recruit Dylan Falcone
Torrance

January 2, 2025

Thank you for your service Sir. Your legacy will never be forgotten.

Police Officer Trainee Ethan Nelson
Santa Monica Police Department

January 2, 2025

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Trooper Carns. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Illinois State Police.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

December 31, 2024

Thank you for your service Trooper Carns. Rest In Peace

Recruit LE KIEN
LASD

December 31, 2024

Rest in peace. Thank you for your service sir.

Police officer recruit Errin Dunasco
El Segundo Police Department

December 30, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Trooper Clay M. Carns. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Highways of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Illinois State Police, Illinois.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

December 30, 2024

Thank you for your service.

Jayden Navarro
LASD

December 30, 2024

Brother Trooper, thank you for your service and dedication to keep us all safe.

R.I.P., a job well done.
My heart goes out to your family.

Officer Alan J Laatz (Retired)
Oak Brook IL Police Department

December 30, 2024

The loss of Trooper Clay M. Carns is a tragic reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face. Trooper Carns dedicated his life to protecting others; his sacrifice will not be forgotten. Our thoughts are with his family, colleagues, and community during this difficult time.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

December 30, 2024

Thank you. You and your families sacrifice is recognized but can never be repaid….

Your service is recognized and appreciated as deserved sir.

Citizen

December 29, 2024

Rest easy brother.

Trooper
Michigan State Police

December 28, 2024

RIP Trooper Carns, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. god speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother we have the watch.

Terry F. Zech Ofd/Retired
Veterans Affairs Police Dept Detroit Michigan

December 27, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

December 27, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 27, 2024

Trooper Carns,

It's very saddening to hear of the loss of a law enforcement officer, especially around this time of year. I would like to thank you for your service to the people of the state of Illinois. Rest in peace. I will pray for your wife and two children, as well as your parents, friends, loved ones and colleagues.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

December 26, 2024

Rest in peace

Deputy (Retired) P.M. Halbert
Cook County, Illinois Sheriff's Office

December 26, 2024

Thank you for your service Trooper Clay Carns !!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

December 26, 2024

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