Special ceremonies are planned by law enforcement agencies across the state to mark National Police Week, May 12-18.

A statewide ceremony honoring the lives of the 134 officers who have died or been killed in the line of duty in Nebraska will be held today, Monday, May 13, beginning at 10:00 a.m., at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial located on the grounds of Fonner Park in Grand Island.

Nebraska District US Marshal Mark Martinez and Bishop James D. Conley of the Lincoln Diocese will be the featured speakers at the ceremony. Representatives from the Nebraska State Patrol, a well as, law enforcement personnel from agencies across the state will be in attendance.

“We are honored to be able to recognize the courage and dignity with which these officers served and to say thank you to their families,” said Colonel David Sankey, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.  “This is also an opportunity to renew our dedication to public service as we vow to never forget the ultimate sacrifice paid by our fellow officers.”

The $400,000 Law Enforcement Memorial was paid for through the generosity of private donations. For more information on the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial and how you can contribute to its upkeep, visit the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial (NLEM) website at < http://www.nememorial.org >.

Nebraskans interested in finding out about additional Peace Officer Memorial Day ceremonies should contact their nearest Nebraska State Patrol Troop Area Headquarters or their local law enforcement agency.