Cmdr. Daniel Roberts and Cmdr. James Rodriquez at the Los Alamos Police Department’s 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial held Wednesday afternoon inside the Justice Center. The annual event pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene from the Los Alamos Police Department’s 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial held Wednesday afternoon inside the Justice Center during which the American Heritage Girls sang the National Anthem. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Chief Dino Sgambellone speaking at LAPD’s 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial Wednesday said, ‘Thank you for coming today to honor those who have died in the line of duty; to remember their sacrifice and the sacrifice of their families and co-workers. Photo by John McHaleladailypost.com

Scene from the Los Alamos Police Department’s 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial held Wednesday afternoon inside the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Sgt. David Randleman explains the placing of carnations in which police officers conduct the offering of carnations to demonstrate their thoughts and respect for the fallen officers. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Trail Life Troop #NM-1412 Color Guard participates in the 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial held Wednesday  afternoon inside the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com