Local bravery and police service recognized during National Police Week
- National Police Week was observed from May 11 to May 17, 2025, with ceremonies held across multiple U.S. States to honor law enforcement officers who serve and sacrifice.
- Local events, including Kauai's proclamation ceremony on May 12 and a memorial service on Oahu that evening, marked the week to recognize officers who fell in the line of duty and celebrated community service.
- In Delaware, a twelve-car caravan with handmade signs and flags traveled Route 13, stopping at six police departments, while in Virginia, riders placed flags for fallen officers during a three-day Police Unity Tour.
- In 2025, 345 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty were honored on the memorial wall, including 70 from New York state, reflecting broad recognition of their sacrifices nationwide.
- These observances emphasize community gratitude and the ongoing commitment to support police officers and families impacted by loss, reflected in lighting events, official honors, and public statements.
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