JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office hosted the annual Police Memorial Day Observance on Tuesday evening to honor the lives of 66 fallen officers.
The candlelight vigil was held at the Fallen Officers Memorial Wall.
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“This beautiful and solemn occasion is our yearly remembrance of the men and women who died in service to this community,” Sheriff T.K. Waters said during the event that paid tribute to the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in the line of duty.
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Among the fallen who were honored was a special tribute for Corrections Officer Bradford “Brad” McNew.
McNew was tragically murdered while off-duty after intervening during a domestic dispute at a Northside truck stop.
“Today, we etch a new name on to the wall,” Waters said. “He was not on duty when he came to the aid of another human being, an act that ultimately cost him his life. Officer McNew will always stand in my mind as the ultimate public servant.”
Mayor Donna Deegan also spoke at the event to recognize the memory of McNew.
“It was more than. It was a call to serve,” Deegan said. “Jacksonville will be forever be grateful for the service of Corrections Officer Brad McNew. He gave his life in a true act of heroism.”
Watch the entire ceremony below: