Jacksonville Public Safety hosts local observance of peace officers

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. — City officials and Jacksonville Public Safety will host a local observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day on Wednesday.

The observance will be held at the Jacksonville Public Safety Remembrance Garden, located behind the Center for Public Safety, at Court Street and Chaney Avenue. Parking is available at the public lots on both sides of Court Street.

Community and law enforcement leaders from the region will be in attendance. The
observance is held annually to pay tribute to the thousands of men and women who serve with
extraordinary bravery.

“We join in this national observance to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty to protect and serve their communities,” states Director of Public Safety, Mike Yaniero.

The ceremony will begin promptly at 10 AM and will include an honor guard, ceremonial
music, gun salute and laying of the ceremonial wreath. Mayor Sammy Phillips will provide
remarks. The public is invited to attend.

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