The Tri-County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 10, at Park Circle in North Charleston at 11 am.
Since the first known line-of-duty-death in 1791, more than 20,000 U.S. law enforcement officers have made the ultimate sacrifice.
The Tri-County area experienced its first loss in 1879, when Charleston Police Sergeant John Harlow was shot and killed while attempting to break up a disturbance at the intersection of King Street and Calhoun Street
Wednesday’s ceremony is to honor all law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty, including 65 who have died in the Tri-County area.
The tribute will include guest speakers, which will begin the ceremony at 11 am, followed by the reading of the names of fallen officers, a 21-gun salute, a flag-folding ceremony and playing of “Taps” and “Amazing Grace.” There will also be a moment of silence.
“It is a true privilege to honor each of these 65 officers for their service and extend the utmost respect to their loved ones for their memories and sacrifice,” said Tri-County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #3 President John Blackmon.
The community is invited to participate.
