Details are still coming in….but the death of a San Diego police officer last night in a pursuit that ended in a fiery crash has stunned the department.
In addition to the family of the officer who died and the officer who was injured facing a terrible tragedy, family members of all police officers in San Diego are feeling the pain.
When you’re a police officer, you know it is a dangerous job. And your family, while trying not to think about it, sometimes worry about you as you head off to work each day.
Every police officer, sworn to protect others, knows that there is potential danger when responding to calls and chasing after bad guys.
And today, the San Diego Police Department is facing that reality.
A reality for men and women who choose to serve their community by taking on a job that is not only dangerous but sometimes can be a target of criticism.
Those in law enforcement know the risks but they do it anyway because they want to make a difference and are dedicated to making their community a safer place.
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