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Norfolk police, NC public safety honors National Peace Officers' Memorial Day

The Norfolk Police Department and NC Public Safety Department paid tribute to those who have served as peace officers. This is for National Peace Officers' Day.

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Peace Officers Memorial Day. Celebrated in May 15 in the United States. In honor of the police. Part of National Police Week.

NORFOLK, Va. — In honor of 'National Peace Officers' Memorial Day' local police in Hampton Roads, as well as public safety officials in North Carolina, paid tribute to them for their service.

The Norfolk Police Department expressed their appreciation for peace officers' hard work and dedication. This comes during police week as well.

Today, across the Nation we honor the service, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice of our law enforcement officers and support the surviving friends, family members, and colleagues who loved them during National Peace Officers' Memorial Day. #NationalPoliceWeek pic.twitter.com/QpECmQJ8Il
— Norfolk Police Dept (@NorfolkPD) May 15, 2021

While the Norfolk Police Department shared their appreciation, the North Carolina Public Safety Department also gave thanks to peace officers.

NC Public Safety officials said peace officers have put their lives on the line to make the state a safe place and they are appreciated.

Thank you to all peace officers who serve and protect across NC. We appreciate your partnership in making our state a safe place to live, work and visit. On #PeaceOfficersMemorialDay, we also pay tribute to those who have died or have been disabled in the line of duty.
— NC Public Safety (@NCPublicSafety) May 15, 2021