A funeral was held for fallen Lincoln Police Investigator Mario Herrera, who passed away Monday after being wounded in the line of duty last month.
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WATCH: Patriot Guard Riders surround the cemetery with American flags, honoring Investigator Mario Herrera
LISTEN: Mario Herrera end of watch notice
WATCH: Mario Herrera's brother shares touching sentiment and memories of his brother:
WATCH: Lincoln Police Chief Jeff Bliemeister's speech from the service:
WATCH: Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts delivers remarks at Herrera's service:
WATCH: A look back at the legacy Herrera leaves behind and his family's message to the community:
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HAPPENING NOW: Patriot Guard Riders from across the country line the cemetery where Officer Mario Herrera will be laid to rest.
— Kent Luetzen (@KentLuetzen) September 12, 2020
I am blown away by the amount of people, flags and patriotism today. pic.twitter.com/IfW5SOmA8v
Officers are making their way into the arena, passing by Investigator Herrera’s cruiser. All week, those mourning his loss have laid flowers and memorabilia on the vehicle. pic.twitter.com/jMhO5qKPoP
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020
I’m currently near Haymarket Station, where officers from around the Nebraska area are lining up to honor Investigator Mario Herrera. @3NewsNowOmaha pic.twitter.com/X7MJuQTR6F
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020
Community members and officers from all over Nebraska are honoring Investigator Herrera as his funeral procession passes by. pic.twitter.com/vBCPo2UZRQ
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020
Tweets from area law enforcement members who are attending and honoring Herrera:
La Vista Police Honor Guard members paying respects at the service for @Lincoln_Police Investigator Mario Herrera. Thanks to all who protect and serve. pic.twitter.com/TYMC4jWtVG
— La Vista Police (@lavistapolice) September 12, 2020
Here's a look at just part of today's procession to honor @Lincoln_Police Inv. Mario Herrera.
— Nebraska State Patrol (@NEStatePatrol) September 12, 2020
Thanks to the many supporters who lined the route to the funeral this morning. #ThinBlueLine #Remember #Honor pic.twitter.com/kL8pHpkJoe
#1205 Hero-a pic.twitter.com/FHJ3NyzrLc
— NSPTrooperDave (@NSPTrooperDave) September 12, 2020
Honoring a hero today in Lincoln. Rest In Peace Mario Herrera #1205. pic.twitter.com/TFYtmlI145
— Col. John A. Bolduc (@NSPColonel) September 12, 2020
Please keep Det Herrera & his family along with @Lincoln_Police in your thoughts & prayers especially today when he is honored & laid to rest. #OPD 🙏 via @OPDDCKanger pic.twitter.com/OYv2eHtXXF
— Omaha Police Dept (@OmahaPolice) September 12, 2020
Hundreds of law enforcement awaiting Inv. Herrera’s procession outside Pinnacle Bank Arena. pic.twitter.com/gYTGkv0kwZ
— NSP Capitol Detail (@NSP_CapSec) September 12, 2020
Investigator Luis "Mario" Herrera, Lincoln Police Department, EOW 09/07/20 pic.twitter.com/kOdyKGhf6j
— Ofc. Jordan Jacobs (@OPDOfcJacobs) September 12, 2020
Other tweets:
— Nebraska Football (@HuskerFBNation) September 12, 2020
#MarioHerrera #LNK #LPD @Lincoln_Police pic.twitter.com/cdjpTQKlC0
— Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) (@LTULNK) September 12, 2020
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