Troy Bobbitt, a former U.S. Border Patrol Supervisory Agent, and our new author will host a book signing for his debut novel, “Mourning Bands On”, on Saturday, September 21, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM MDT. The event will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church Christian Ministry Center, 7 South Main St. Lead, SD 57754, USA. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity—mark your calendars and join us!  

Mourning Bands On examines the current challenges in American law enforcement through the lens of high-profile cases like Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd. It offers a historical perspective on policing, analyzes the societal and procedural impacts of these incidents, and calls for both societal and legislative reforms. The book invites readers to reflect on their role in shaping the future of policing in America.  

Troy Bobbitt, a retired U.S. Border Patrol Supervisory Agent who served from 2003 to 2011 in Texas and Minnesota, previously worked as a paralegal in Minneapolis and St. Paul. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from St. Cloud State University and experienced the routine aspects of law enforcement throughout his career.