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Photos: Nation pays tribute to fallen LEOs during Police Week
Officers, family members and supporters gathered to recognize and honor 701 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty
Last week, law enforcement officers, family members of the fallen and supporters from across the country gathered during Police Week to mourn our nation's officers who died in the line of duty. This year, 701 new names of fallen officers – including 434 who died in 2019 and 2020 – were dedicated during the 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil.
A variety of special activities were held from October 13-17, including the candlelight vigil, wreath laying ceremony, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund's "Run for the Badge" 5K, family day at the National Law Enforcement Museum and the Police Unity Tour, a four-day, 300-mile bicycle ride from New Jersey to Washington, D.C.
Below are photos from last week's commemorative events. Do you have photos or videos from Police Week? Email us at editor@police1.com and we will add them to our roundup.
Thank you all again for joining us for the 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil. We are forever thankful for those who sacrificed all.
— NLEOMF (@NLEOMF) October 15, 2021
The Vigil is available to watch on both Facebook and here on YouTube: https://t.co/mflbrw2HhU pic.twitter.com/pEV5iHMuA3
ATF Acting Director Marvin Richardson read some of the 701 names added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial at the Candlelight Vigil Oct. 14 in Washington, D.C. Including these officers lost in 2019 & 2020, the wall now memorializes 22,611 officers. #PoliceWeek #LODD pic.twitter.com/qlmtroMTqi
— ATF HQ (@ATFHQ) October 15, 2021
This weekend is National Police Weekend. We are celebrating first responders and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. #NPW2021 #NationalPoliceWeek #PoliceWeek pic.twitter.com/KxpAWEjzaZ
— U.S. Secret Service (@SecretService) October 15, 2021
Yesterday, CBP employees joined thousands of other law enforcement personnel at the 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil to remember their colleagues and loved ones died in the line of duty.
— CBP (@CBP) October 15, 2021
Learn more about this special event taking place during #PoliceWeek: https://t.co/hqK7glJmev pic.twitter.com/1kPgaEFEmK
Fallen IMPD Officer Breann Leath is one of 701 officers killed in the line of duty whose names will be read during tonight’s #PoliceWeek candlelight vigil. We will never forget her sacrifice and impact she made in her short time here. 💛🌻
— Courtney Spinelli (@CourtSpinelliTV) October 14, 2021
📸: @IMPDnews pic.twitter.com/07Jxy15gI2
In an effort to strengthen unity with local law enforcement, deputies from the District of Maryland attended the Annual Memorial Service for Fallen Law Enforcement & Public Safety Officers hosted in the DC Metro area. pic.twitter.com/I5CuWMxhAB
— U.S. Marshals (@USMarshalsHQ) October 15, 2021
Today our Department joined law enforcement officers from across the country for the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the U.S. Capitol to pay respect to the brave men and women who died in the line of duty.#LawEnforcement #PoliceWeek pic.twitter.com/kUs5poXGAA
— U.S. Capitol Police (@CapitolPolice) October 16, 2021
During #PoliceWeek, we remember the #DogsOnDuty who have dutifully served our Nation and made the ultimate sacrifice. pic.twitter.com/ek6gIXo23o
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) October 14, 2021
During a candlelight vigil held on the National Mall this evening, the #FBI joined community members and partners in paying tribute to fallen law enforcement officers. We honor the 701 officers who died in the line of duty in 2019 and 2020. #PoliceWeek @NLEOMF pic.twitter.com/fQDOGD2kwi
— FBI (@FBI) October 15, 2021
Today, Chief @TroyFinner & HPD representatives joined family of fallen Officer Jason Knox & Sergeant Harold Preston at the #PoliceWeek Memorial Service- honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in 2019 and 2020.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 16, 2021
HPD lost five officers during this time & two more this year. pic.twitter.com/gPh3zQnob7
Every year we observe #PoliceWeek and honor our fellow law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.#PoliceWeek2021 pic.twitter.com/twOxqzdzfz
— Director, Field Operations, Randy Howe (@DFOLaredo) October 13, 2021
Today @SecMayorkas joined POTUS & law enforcement leaders from across the country at the annual @GLFOP #PoliceWeek Peace Officers Memorial Service. The name of each fallen officer was read aloud, in their honor and memory.
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) October 16, 2021
We will never forget them or the loved ones left behind pic.twitter.com/1sV0hzxZ02
A powerful display of unity last night during the #PoliceWeek candlelight vigil, honoring 701 fallen LE heroes across our nation who sacrificed their lives in service of others, including our own Detention Officer Gene “Jim” Lee. Recognizing the lives lost in 2019 and 2020. pic.twitter.com/EzI2W9SdW6
— Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (@mcsoaz) October 15, 2021
I was honored to participate in the #policeweek candlelight vigil on the National Mall. We remembered the 701 law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty over the last two years.
— Rep. John Rutherford (@RepRutherfordFL) October 16, 2021
They made the ultimate sacrifice and will never be forgotten. pic.twitter.com/HEOYFwgDQP
Solemn but beautiful tribute to police officers killed in the line of duty @NLEOMF #PoliceWeek Photos for NLEOMF by #SamLevitan pic.twitter.com/3J81lRpQlW
— LynnPKH (@LynnPKH) October 15, 2021
The candlelight vigil for Police Week -- where officers from across the nation come together to honor fallen officers from the past year
— Pierce Co Sheriff (@PierceSheriff) October 17, 2021
This year we honored the fallen officers from 2019 and 2020
In total, there were 701 names read, including Deputy Cooper Dyson#PoliceWeek pic.twitter.com/5MNzIx301U
As law enforcement from across the country conclude delayed celebrations of #PoliceWeek in Washington, D.C. we mourn our fallen, especially @sbcountysheriff Sergeant Vaca. Thank you to all of our peace officers who risk their lives to protect our community. pic.twitter.com/GLBIVOX2g9
— Rep. Jay Obernolte (@JayObernolte) October 15, 2021
Solemn but beautiful tribute to police officers killed in the line of duty-part 2@NLEOMF #PoliceWeek Photos for NLEOMF by #HilaryEldridge pic.twitter.com/uOeIiKZ9XR
— LynnPKH (@LynnPKH) October 15, 2021
To honor #PoliceWeek, Acting Deputy Commissioner Benjamine "Carry" Huffman and I ran the annual "Run for the Badge 5K" with CBP officers, agents, and other members of law enforcement on Saturday. It was a great way to connect with personnel and support one another. pic.twitter.com/1DoScA96IJ
— CBP Troy Miller (@CBPTroyMiller) October 13, 2021
Last night, the #LPD Honor Guard joined other law enforcement Honor Guard teams from around the nation to welcome the families of fallen law enforcement officers at @Reagan_Airport. (2/2)#PoliceWeek @nationalcops pic.twitter.com/rZEgeUJhw1
— Leesburg Police, VA (@LeesburgPolice) October 13, 2021
💙💙 Last nights candlelight vigil was very impactful for all those that attended. The sheer volume of supporters was overwhelming. We are blessed to have the opportunity to support Officer Holte 💙💙
— Grand Forks Police Department (@GrandForksPD) October 15, 2021
📷 @russhons
#639 #candlelightvigil #policeweek #grandforksfinest pic.twitter.com/rA3MikXDsm
Every year, officers gather in Washington D.C. to remember our fallen and pay tribute to their sacrifices
— Pierce Co Sheriff (@PierceSheriff) October 18, 2021
These ceremonies give the whole nation the opportunity to celebrate their lives, and it was a special day for us to memorialize Deputy Cooper Dyson#PoliceWeek pic.twitter.com/2ORwK6OC29
Bike from the first Police Unity Tour for fallen officers.
— 𝙅𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝘼𝙙𝙠𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙣 (@AdkisonUSMC) October 17, 2021
Makes me proud to own a @TrekBikes.
Hopefully I will participate in the ride next year! pic.twitter.com/3DIvh3oGi7
We’re proud of Det O’Donnell and Trp Maddox for their participation this week in the 2021 Police Unity Tour. They rode more than 300 miles from New Jersey to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in D.C. to honor fallen officers. #AlwaysThere pic.twitter.com/eKpYCknT28
— RI State Police (@RIStatePolice) October 15, 2021
This week, five of our staff members participated in the Police Unity Tour, a three-day, multi-state bike ride that honors law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty.
— Camden Co Prosecutor (@CamdenCoPros) October 14, 2021
READ MORE: https://t.co/GGKqy6hZWh pic.twitter.com/CiMne1p27H
CSP participated virtually in the Nat’l Law Enforce. Officer Memorial Fund “Run for the Badge” 5k on Sat. Team raised $ for Nat’l Law Enforce. Officers Memorial & Museum in D.C. Troopers will travel to DC to add TFC Eugene Baron to memorial wall. Thx donors! #RunForTheBadge pic.twitter.com/an1DF3UNfK
— CT State Police (@CT_STATE_POLICE) October 12, 2021
Completed my 5K Run For The Badge today in honor of Trooper Mark Wagner #168 NSP. Gone but not forgotten! @lavistapolice @NEStatePatrol @NLEOMF @NSPColonel pic.twitter.com/vvxLURf0FM
— Capt Barcal (@Capt_BarcalLVPD) October 9, 2021
Current-year survivors may visit the National Law Enforcement Museum for free with their yellow tag credentials through Sunday. We look forward to welcoming you 10am-5pm! pic.twitter.com/v0oCA1YQHx
— NLEOMF (@NLEOMF) October 15, 2021
Powerful day @nleomf yesterday for #PoliceWeek photos for @nleomf by #HilaryEldridge pic.twitter.com/Mt80hQki4G
— LynnPKH (@LynnPKH) October 14, 2021
Emotional and amazing day at @nleomf yesterday #policeweek pic.twitter.com/ojTeUXKzMR
— LynnPKH (@LynnPKH) October 14, 2021
Gr8 job to members of LE who made it to DC for #PoliceUnityTour. All ride to honor the heroes who died in line of duty. 12 members of #MCSONJ Team Sheriff participated. @SheriffGolden commends all for their commitment as they rode to remember our fallen officers&raise $$ @NLEOMF. pic.twitter.com/52MYFLdKQj
— Monmouth County Sheriff's Office (@MonmouthSheriff) October 13, 2021