Chesco law enforcement to honor all frontline workers
WEST CHESTER » In anticipation of the annual National Police Week, May 10-16, law enforcement officials in Chester County, led by the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, are choosing to honor colleagues in the medical and other first responder professions, instead of accepting honor and recognition themselves.
“For the first time in its 39-year history, there will be no national Peace Officer Memorial Service in Washington, D.C., and there will be no other National Police Week ceremonies or recognitions around the country,” Chester County Sheriff Fredda Maddox said.
“It is right that we should take a week each year to recognize law enforcement personnel, but this year, there are many others who are on the front line, helping the community in hazardous but significant ways to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Our medical professionals, hospital workers, long-term care personal and other first responders are ‘protecting and serving’ in ways that we all truly appreciate. That’s why we have organized this recognition across the county.”
The ride-by to appreciate those on the frontline will consist of a socially-distanced band of police cars, motorcycles and a fire truck with cameos from cartoon characters MacGruff the crime-fighting dog and Eddie the Eagle. The parade of vehicles will have with them a display of signs to express gratitude for the great service to Chester County. All participants of the ride-by, uniformed CCSO deputies and police officers, will maintain a healthy social distance and wear masks.
“This is the time to let all responders — in health care and law enforcement — know that this week and every week, we are grateful for their dedicated service” added Maddox.