[July 22, 2013]    

Friday morning the Illinois COPS bikers made a pit stop in Lincoln. Among the 50 or so riders this year was Maurice "Moe" Johnson, an officer in the Lincoln Police Department.

As the group came into town on Fifth Street, Johnson was given the honor of riding at the front of the pack as he came into his own town.  The group rode in on Fifth Street, made their way to the Logan County Safety Complex for a break, then rode on to Atlanta for lunch.

Johnson spoke briefly at the complex saying that the ride thus far had been great. In spite of the heat, which he said was grueling Thursday, he was enjoying the ride and the opportunity to get to know the others who are making the trip.

Johnson said being the leader coming into Lincoln was very gratifying and somewhat emotional for him.

Pictures by Nila Smith

Local and state police block off the intersection of Lincoln Parkway and Fifth Street as a safety measure for the bikers.

Bikers come in off Lincoln Parkway onto Fifth Street.

 

Police units lead the way, with opposing traffic pulling off to the side as the procession passes by.