KIEL, WI (WTAQ) – Anticipated large crowds for the funeral of Wisconsin State Trooper Trevor Casper had local officials scrambling to get organized before today.
Kiel’s population is about 3,700, but that number could be doubled by those wanting to honor the fallen trooper. Governor Scott Walker plans to attend. Law enforcement agencies from around the state and country are sending delegations. Wausau Police Department’s Honor Guard is among them.
The Kiel chief of police is warning people to be prepared for crowded conditions and delays.
Casper was killed in a shootout last week. He graduated from Kiel High School three years ago.
A memorial service will be held at the high school at noon before the funeral, which is set for 5 p.m.
Kiel businesses are showing support for Casper and his family with signs honoring the fallen trooper.
The downtown is where a procession will take place Monday leading up to Casper’s private funeral. It begins at 9:45 a.m. Monday. People are invited to stand along the route.
The procession starts at the funeral home on 6th Street. The route continues south to Fremont Street. From there, vehicles will head east to First Street and then to East Water Street, east to Highway 67, and then to Mueller Road.
The procession will end at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery where Casper’s private funeral and burial will be held. Only Casper’s family and members of the Wisconsin State Patrol are able to attend.
(by Jeff Flyntt, WTAQ. Additional reporting from FOX 11, WSAU, and Wheeler News Service)
