MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Friday officers killed in the line-of-duty were honored across the country and here in Mid-South.
It was a somber day; but one not to mourn, one to remember.
Remember those killed while protecting others.
“They are generous in spirit, selfless in devotion, and courageous in heart,” said Memphis Mayor A C Wharton.
Family members, friends and local law enforcement agents gathered at City Hall to honor our fallen heroes.
They honored 105 officers killed in the Mid-South while protecting others, and others killed around the country.
Memphis Patrolman Anthony Woods served on the force for 7 years.
“He was my baby brother. He always wanted to be a police officer,” said sister Sherry Woods.
Officer Woods was gunned down in August 2003 while responding to a domestic violence situation.
His sister said Friday’s ceremony showed her people still care about her brother’s service and his sacrifice.
“He was a great man. We are very proud of him, we still love him and we still think about him,” said Woods.
“To the family members that are here, God bless you for what you have gone through,” sais Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell
Through these tragic experiences, fallen officer’s families said the men and women who still protected the streets were now part of their family.
“We all care to remember the absolute best of in everyone and the best is to remember how one lived, not how they died. I am proud to be a police officer. I am equally as proud to remember those men and women who left before me,” said Memphis Police Deputy Director Anthony Berryhill.
