Flags will be at half-staff statewide in honor of Chief Deputy Ken Prorok

PIERRE, S.D. (KEVN) - Governor Kristi Noem has issued an order to fly flags at half-staff statewide on Thursday, Feb. 8, to honor the memory of Chief Deputy Ken Prorok of the Moody County Sheriff’s Office, who lost his life in the line of duty on Feb. 2.

“We are grateful for the life and service of Chief Deputy Prorok – he is a true hero,” said Governor Noem. “My prayers are with Chief Deputy Prorok’s family, friends, and the entire community.”

Visitation for Chief Deputy Prorok will be from 5-8 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Chester Area High School Gymnasium (101 2nd Ave, Chester, SD, 57016). Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. CT on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Dakota Prairie Playhouse (1205 Washing Ave N, Madison, SD, 57042).

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