The 37th Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 3, at the Regional Law Enforcement Memorial in the Waterfront Park.
Every year, the San Diego County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony pays respect to fallen deputies, officers and agents who gave their life in the line of duty in San Diego County.
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and law enforcement agencies from across the region honored the sacrifice made by these men and women with a 21-gun salute.
This year, two names were added to the memorial glass wall outside of the County Administration Center; U.S. Border Patrol Agent Daniel H. Salazar and State Park Ranger George Kowatch III.
Agent Salazar was fatally injured in the line of duty on May 13, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Karina and son.
Park Ranger Kowatch was fatally injured in the line of duty on November 2, 1987. He is survived by his wife, Rosalinda, son Aaron and daughters Theresa and Angela.
Below is a gallery of the memorial ceremony that was held on May 3.
