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Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place
Manage episode 400378297 series 2343542
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place.
Remembering Police Sacrifices: Your Support Makes a Difference. Upholding the Legacy of Our Heroes. With Honor Chairs.
Officer Sean Collier, a dedicated guardian of MIT's safety, tragically lost his life while on duty. Ambushed by the Boston Marathon bombers on April 18, 2013, Officer Collier was shot and killed in his patrol vehicle, leaving behind a void in the community he served.
His death, amidst the chaos of a city in crisis, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers every day. Similarly, Deputy Kyle Dinkheller's life was cut short in a routine traffic stop turned deadly shootout in Laurens County, Georgia, on January 12, 1998. His murder continues to draw national attention, highlighting the risks officers undertake to protect their communities.
Out of such tragedies, Saving A Hero’s Place, Inc. emerged with a mission to honor the memories of officers like Collier and Dinkheller. The initiative began with a simple chair built in honor of a fallen San Antonio Police Officer. But the need became even clearer when Officer Collier fell in the line of duty. Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place.
Driven by a sense of duty and compassion, a team of officers, including Tommy Capell, then an active duty San Antonio, Texas Police Officer embarked on a journey to build an Honor Chair for Officer Collier. With the support of the MIT Police Department and the community, they raised funds and traveled over 2,000 miles to deliver the chair. The emotional impact of this gesture reinforced their commitment to honoring fallen officers.
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place. Their dedication stems from personal loss, having experienced the tragic deaths of their academy classmates and colleagues. They understand the importance of preserving the legacy of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Honor Chair initiative, symbolized by custom-built memorial chairs, stands as a testament to this commitment.
These chairs, crafted with care by first responders, families, and survivors, serve as tangible reminders of the lives lost in the line of duty. They provide solace and support to grieving communities, ensuring that the memory of our fallen heroes lives on. Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place
Your donations play a crucial role in sustaining this mission. By contributing to Saving A Hero’s Place, you help honor the brave men and women who have laid down their lives in service to their communities. Together, we can uphold the legacy of our nation's fallen heroes and ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Join us in honoring their memory and supporting those who continue to serve and protect.
Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@letradio.com.
Be sure to check out our website.
Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on the Newsbreak app, which is free.
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Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place
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Manage episode 400378297 series 2343542
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place.
Remembering Police Sacrifices: Your Support Makes a Difference. Upholding the Legacy of Our Heroes. With Honor Chairs.
Officer Sean Collier, a dedicated guardian of MIT's safety, tragically lost his life while on duty. Ambushed by the Boston Marathon bombers on April 18, 2013, Officer Collier was shot and killed in his patrol vehicle, leaving behind a void in the community he served.
His death, amidst the chaos of a city in crisis, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers every day. Similarly, Deputy Kyle Dinkheller's life was cut short in a routine traffic stop turned deadly shootout in Laurens County, Georgia, on January 12, 1998. His murder continues to draw national attention, highlighting the risks officers undertake to protect their communities.
Out of such tragedies, Saving A Hero’s Place, Inc. emerged with a mission to honor the memories of officers like Collier and Dinkheller. The initiative began with a simple chair built in honor of a fallen San Antonio Police Officer. But the need became even clearer when Officer Collier fell in the line of duty. Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place.
Driven by a sense of duty and compassion, a team of officers, including Tommy Capell, then an active duty San Antonio, Texas Police Officer embarked on a journey to build an Honor Chair for Officer Collier. With the support of the MIT Police Department and the community, they raised funds and traveled over 2,000 miles to deliver the chair. The emotional impact of this gesture reinforced their commitment to honoring fallen officers.
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place. Their dedication stems from personal loss, having experienced the tragic deaths of their academy classmates and colleagues. They understand the importance of preserving the legacy of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Honor Chair initiative, symbolized by custom-built memorial chairs, stands as a testament to this commitment.
These chairs, crafted with care by first responders, families, and survivors, serve as tangible reminders of the lives lost in the line of duty. They provide solace and support to grieving communities, ensuring that the memory of our fallen heroes lives on. Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place
Your donations play a crucial role in sustaining this mission. By contributing to Saving A Hero’s Place, you help honor the brave men and women who have laid down their lives in service to their communities. Together, we can uphold the legacy of our nation's fallen heroes and ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Join us in honoring their memory and supporting those who continue to serve and protect.
Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@letradio.com.
Be sure to check out our website.
Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on the Newsbreak app, which is free.
Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook.
Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.
Honoring Police Deaths, You Can Help. Saving A Hero's Place
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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