Police department honors their fallen officers in the field
In Scranton, police held a solemn ceremony to remember their own, and to recognize those who've survived tragic encounters.
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The Scranton Police Department honored the 13 officers they've lost in the line of duty since 1889.
The most recent, Patrolman John Wilding in 2015.
'I visited national law enforcement memorial, I spent a couple moments on a piece of granite next to it, the john wildings name inscribed on it. It doesn't feel like it's been 10 years since John Wilding passed, seems like yesterday,' expressed Chief Thomas Carroll, Scranton Police Department.
National Peace Officers Memorial Day, established by President Kennedy in 1962, honors those who've died or been disabled in the line of duty. Across the country, flags flew at half-staff.
'We all share the same sacrifices, no matter the size of the agency,' stated Chief Thomas Carroll.
Chief Carroll reflected on his recent trip to Washington D.C where three SPD detectives, including Kyle Gilmartin, who survived being shot in the head early last year, were honored with national awards.
''They are winners of the honorable mention awards. They were recognized for their courage and their sacrifice, last January, 2024,' said Chief Carroll.
In 2024 alone, 147 officers were killed in the line of duty across the country, the average age being 42. Most left behind spouses, children, families, and partners in the fight.
'We have the duty to continue our mission regardless of the threat, regardless of the pain, regardless of the challenges of the 21st century, what I will say to you, SPD, specific, stay the course. You are making a difference. Let's remember our fallen,' voiced Chief Carroll.
The memorial for the fallen Scranton police officers can be found at their headquarters on South Washington Avenue.
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