Saskatchewan recognizes Police & Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day [Video]

In front of the Saskatchewan Legislative building, law enforcement officers and civilians gathered to pay tribute to peace officers who died in the line of duty.

“Everybody when they sign up for this job knows that there’s [an] inherent risk associated it. But today is a real reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that so many of our colleagues have faced,” Deputy Chief Lorilee Davies of the Regina Police Service (RPS) said.

“For us, it’s just important to honour their memories, to honour their sacrifice, really to acknowledge their families who continue to mourn their loss, day in and day out.”

Also in attendance were many loved ones of those who had their name on the honour roll. Including Mel and Ash Patton, the parents of Cst. Shelby Patton of the RCMP, who is the last name on the list of fallen Saskatchewan members.

“It’s respect for the fallen, but it’s …