On May 10, Governor Kathy Hochul honored the lives of 49 police officers from six police departments who were remembered at the New York State Police Officers Memorial Remembrance Ceremony in Albany. The officers’ names have been added to the Memorial’s black granite wall, which now includes the names of 1,717 men and women from 150 police departments across the state and six federal agencies who sacrificed their lives in service to New Yorkers. Governor Hochul also directed that state buildings and landmarks be illuminated blue tonight to honor the sacrifice of the officers whose names are included on the Memorial and recognize the service of all police officers across the state.
“Every day, law enforcement officers across the state selflessly put their lives on the line to protect the public, and today we honor the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to keep New Yorkers safe,” Governor Hochul said. “We remember their courage, bravery and dedication to public service, and we thank and honor their loved ones, who have endured tremendous loss. The legacies and family members of these fallen officers will never be forgotten.”
Source: The Office of the Governor