Hello, my name is Phil Wells. I want to raise money for my older brother, Sgt. Joseph Wells. Joe was involved in an accident/incident in September 2022 while on duty for the Edmond, Oklahoma Police Department.

Joe was intentionally hit by a driver of an F-150 while he was off of his police motorcycle. Joe was thrown 50 feet into a ditch. He was in a medically induced coma for a month and was hospilized for 2 months.

Joe was told he has nerve damage to his shoulder and leg. He won’t be able to return to work. Before the accident, Joe was into jitsu, power lifting, his motorcycle, off roading, and wood working to name a few.

Joe worked a lot, like most Police Officers do, to provide for his family and have the things he loved in life—like his 1982 CJ8.

Joe and Cheridan, who is also an Edmond police officer, have 3 children, 16, 9, and 8 years old.

Oklohoma does not have the charities foundations that other states have for injured/ fallen officers.

I know 20k isn’t much for the pain and suffering Joe and Cheridan went through. However it would be enough to cover the bill for a little bit.

Any help would be appreciated for Joe and his family.

Update:

When Sgt. Joseph Wells was injured in the line of duty, our family’s world changed forever.

In the time since, Joe has endured multiple surgeries and the life-altering loss of his leg. What he has faced physically and mentally is something no one should ever have to go through. Yet every single day he continues to push forward with courage, determination, and the same strength that made him the kind of Sergeant people trusted and respected.

The truth is, his fight is far from over. There are still more surgeries ahead and a long road of recovery as Joe works to rebuild his life after everything he’s been through.

When we first started this fundraiser, we simply didn’t know how long or difficult the journey ahead would be. Because of that, we’ve made the decision to increase the goal as Joe continues this battle.

What has meant the most to our family during this time is the incredible support from our community. Friends, family, fellow officers, and even people we’ve never met have stepped forward with prayers, encouragement, and generosity.

Joe spent his career protecting others and answering the call when people needed help. Now we are asking for continued prayers, support, and shares as he faces the toughest challenge of his life.

Thank you to everyone who has stood with Sgt. Wells and our family. Your kindness, prayers, and support remind us that Joe is not fighting this battle alone.