National Police Week is from May 9 through May 15 and provides programs to keep officers safe while honoring those who have died in the line of duty.
“James Brent McCants,” the announcer said.
Happening now. Memorial service in Rock Hill for fallen law enforcement officers. Family members of some who died in the line of duty are here. They honor those who’ve given their lives, including the loss of two deputies in Watauga County, NC. pic.twitter.com/i26KyOK6sb
— Greg Suskin (@GSuskinWSOC9) May 12, 2021
McCants is one of 11 officers killed in the line of duty in York County.
Myra McCants was at the ceremony and when she hears her son’s name read aloud, memories rush in.
[Local communities show their support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day]
“You don’t want anybody to forget your child,” she told reporter Greg Suskin. “He gave his life for York County.”
In the video at the top of this webpage, why officers here were told that now is not the time to turn in their badges.
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