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January 9, 2020

Joseph Lombardo, Sheriff FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Director Carla Alston Sergeant Miguel Garcia Officer Larry Hadfield Officer Aden OcampoGomez Officer Alejandra Zambrano

Sheriff Lombardo to Participate in Weekend Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Event on January 11

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Joe Lombardo will be joined by other members of the community for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Saturday, January 11 to celebrate members of law enforcement.

The event, sponsored by the LVMPD Foundation, will take place at the Police Memorial Park, 3250 Metro Academy Way from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Singer and performer Frank Scinta will start the celebration and the Multi-Jurisdiction Honor Guard will present colors along with the Emerald Society Band.

Guest speakers include Sheriff Lombardo, Councilman Stavros Anthony and Clark County Commissioner Larry Brown and Congresswoman Susie Lee. Also attending will be U.S. Senator , U.S. Attorney Nicholas Trutanich, Chief Michele Freeman of the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety, Chief Pam Ojeda of the City of North Las Vegas Police Department and Chief Thedrick Andres of the City of Henderson Police Department.

The event is a fun family day with food trucks, music, games, photo booths, face painting and a special appearance by the Raiderettes. The American Red Cross of Southern Nevada will also be hosting a blood drive. Those wanting to donate blood can visit SNV C.O.P.S and make an appointment.

Bring the kids to enjoy some fun free activities and show your support for the men and women who protect this community.

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