Fallen Peace Officers Remembered

TYLER — A memorial service for fallen peace officers was held on the Square in Downtown Tyler Wednesday. Family and law enforcement agencies from several counties came together to remember their own. The ceremony recognized men and women who died in the line of duty in Smith County and across Texas. Tyler Police Public Information Officer Don Martin says the ceremony has been held for “many, many years.” He tells KETK that every year, the honorees’ relatives say they just want to thank participants “very, very much.” Martin adds, “It’s still very touching to them, there are still tears in the eyes — they miss their loved one.”