Funeral Tuesday for fallen Berks County officer Kristen Yeager

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Tuesday, June 9, 2026 10:54AM
Funeral Tuesday for fallen Berks County officer Kristen Yeager

EXETER TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- Family, friends and fellow officers will say their final goodbye to fallen Berks County police officer Kristen Yeager Tuesday.

The 42-year-old was killed last month when her patrol car crashed while she was responding to a call in Earl Township.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is expected to speak at the funeral service.

It will be held Tuesday at noon at Exeter Township Senior High School Stadium.

Yeager, who worked with Central Berks Regional Police, leaves behind a husband and three children.

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