Law Enforcement Memorial
Law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty are recognized and remembered on this cement and granite memorial.
Facts
About Law Enforcement Memorial
Since 1855, 34 years before Washington Territory became a state, over 275 law enforcement officers have been killed in the line of duty. The names carved into this memorial are of those brave officers. This memorial serves as a lasting tribute and a visible recognition of our deep appreciation for their sacrifice.
The memorial was designed by John Swanson, an architect with the Portico Group, and constructed by Edifice Construction Company. The Washington State Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation raised over $425,000 through private donations to make this vision a reality. The memorial was given to the state on May 19, 2006, as a gift to the citizens of Washington.
Inscriptions
The names of Washington law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty are inscribed on the memorial along with:
Their duty was to serve. Our duty is to remember.
