Smith County Law Officers Honor Deceased Dallas Officers

TYLER — In honor of the officers killed in last week’s Dallas attack, Smith County law enforcement personnel and supporters met on Tyler’s downtown square Monday at noon for a solidarity service. According to KETK, police said it meant a lot to have the public come out and support them. Tyler Police Officer Don Martin said the event was held to send condolences to the families of the deceased along with honoring the men who were killed. The service started and ended with prayer. Names of the fallen officers were read; officers saluted. The crowd watched in silence. After the ceremony, people thanked peace officers for what they do.