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Families of the Fallen Oakland Police Officers Supported Today!
July 18, 2009 by Jim Walberg · 2 Comments
An army of volunteers hosted a Pancake Breakfast today at the Alamo Women’s Club in support of the four families that were left behind after the shooting deaths of four Oakland Police Officers last March in their line of duty. It is important for all of us to never forget the contribution that law enforcements makes each day to keep our freedoms safe.
It was such a pleasure to see so many Realtors working side by side in hosting the Pancake Breakfast at the Alamo Women’s Club today in support of four amazing families. As you remember, last March four Oakland police officers were gunned down during the attempted arrest of a wanted criminal. It was the worst day in the history of the Oakland Police Department.
The four officers were laid to rest at a standing room only memorial service at Oracle Arena. There were representatives from law enforcement from across American in attendance. A huge challenge of this type of tragedy is what happens after everyone goes back to their homes. The four families and friends connected to these four deaths are still here and need the communities support – both emotionally and financially. Read more
