After 22 years with the Big Rapids Department of Public Safety, Police Officer Erik Little is retiring.

 

Over the years, Officer Little has served the Big Rapids Police Department in many different roles, including Patrol Officer and East Side Officer. He is best known for his Mounted Patrol duties and has often been seen with his equine partner, Boomer, leading parades and patrolling city streets and parks.

 

Officer Little began his law enforcement career in Boulder, Colorado in 1986 where he attended the police academy and was employed by the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office until 1990. He then worked for the El Paso County, Colorado, Sheriff’s Office until he moved to the Reed City area in December of 1998. In 1999, he began his career with the Big Rapids Police Department.

 

“I have had a wonderful career spanning over 3 decades. I have seen and experienced things that nobody should have to deal with, but I have also seen and experienced some wonderful things that I wish everyone could see and experience.” Officer Little said.

 

If you would like to wish Officer Little good luck in his future endeavors, please stop by the Coffee with a Cop event on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. The event is being held at The Yellow Window & Little Brown Sack Deli & BBQ