Missouri Highway Patrol honors fallen trooper Corporal Michael Webster with blood drive

It’s been 30 years since the tragic death of Corporal Michael Webster, a Missouri Highway Patrol who was hit and killed by a drunk driver in 1993.To honor his legacy, the Missouri Highway Patrol has held a blood drive in his name for the past 29 years.Brian Young, an O-positive blood donor often sought by blood banks, donated this Monday to the Corporal Michael Webster Blood Drive. Young has been inspired by Webster’s commitment to donating blood. “Michael is the only person that I knew growing up that gave blood as often as he did,” said Katherine Webster, Corporal Webster’s wife.”We’re really wanting to honor Corporal Webster, his family, and the sacrifices they’ve made for our community,” said Missouri Highway Patrol Corporal Justin Ewing. Since its inception, the blood drive has assisted over 3,000 individuals in the Kansas City area.Residents in the Lee’s Summit area can contribute to the drive throughout the month. By mentioning Webster’s name and using the code B-EYE, their donations will be counted towards the initiative. Additionally, Troop C in St. Louis is hosting a blood drive this week in Webster’s honor.