By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 17, 2012

As L.C. Clark read off the names of the 119 fallen police officers, the crowd stood silent.

Despite the risks, despite the odd and often long hours, Kansas City Police Department officers continue to serve, said KCPD Chief Darryl Forté.

During the May 17 KCPD Memorial Service, Forté reminded attendees of the sacrifices police officers make every day to protect the public. They are more likely to be criticized than praised, but still they serve, he said.

Fortunately, for the last 11 years an officer hasn’t died in the line of duty, he said. But for those who gave their lives while serving the public, they will not be forgotten, he said.