Monday is Peace Officers Memorial Day. Public officials and citizens across the country are taking time out of their day to remember the law enforcement officers who have given their lives to protect our communities from crime and violence. This is also National Police Week.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey said on Twitter, “Flags are flying at half-staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day — honoring those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Law enforcement risks their own safety to protect us from harm’s way every day. Alabama will always respect those who wear the uniform.”
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said on Twitter, “Alabama has lost far too many officers in the line of duty. On this Peace Officers Memorial Day, I am grateful for their selfless dedication to our communities. Please join me in praying for the families and loved ones of officers lost. #backtheblue.”
U.S. Senator Katie Britt said on Facebook, “Today, we honor the courageous law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting and serving their fellow Americans. Let us always remember and be grateful for their valor in the line of duty.”
President Joe Biden issued a proclamation honoring law enforcement this week.
“For generations, courageous men and women of our Nation’s law enforcement community have dedicated their lives to protecting us in big cities, small towns, and suburban neighborhoods across America,” said Biden. “Each morning, police officers pin on their shield and walk out the door to go to work, hoping they will come home safely. Last year, a record number of law enforcement officers died in the line of duty. On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we express our gratitude for these selfless public servants who put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe and honor those who lost their lives in the line of duty.”
“During Police Week, let us demonstrate our appreciation for the unsung heroes who nobly wear the badge and put their lives at risk to protect people each and every day,” President Biden wrote. “Let us honor the brave officers whose bright futures were cut short in the line of duty. Let us come together to help police be the partners and protectors our communities, and our Nation need for a safer, more just America.”
Eight Alabama Law Enforcement Officers were killed in the line of duty in 2022.
May 15 has been recognized as National Peace Officers Memorial Day since 1962.
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