The average age of the fallen is 46, the average tour of duty – 16 years. In addition to losing 33 law enforcement professionals in the line of duty this year, there are 15 widows and 58 children who’ve lost a parent.
The average age of the fallen is 43, the average tour of duty – 16 years. In addition to losing 12 law enforcement professionals in the line of duty this year, there are 9 widows and 31 children who’ve lost a parent.
As we reflect on those we’ve lost, please remember the families of our fallen as well. In addition to losing 439 law enforcement professionals in the line of duty this year, there are 214 widows and 589 children who’ve lost a parent.