Today, May 7, 2010, six California Peace Officers killed in the line of duty in 2009 and four others from prior years had their names enrolled during a ceremony in Sacramento. Their names are now part of the California Peace Officers Memorial on the Capitol grounds. These are the 2010 Honored Officers.
More services are planned during the month. National Police Week begins May 9 and extends through May 15, which is Peace Officer Memorial Day. The National Candlelight Vigil and Memorial Service are scheduled for May 13 and May 15, respectively. Orange County agencies are holding a candlelight vigil Tuesday, May 25 at 8 P.M., and a memorial service on Wednesday, May 26 at 11:00 A.M. These will be held at the Plaza of the Flags in the Santa Ana Civic Center.
To learn more about the California Peace Officer Memorial, visit their website.