CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Each year communities across the country honor those who have given their lives in the service and protection of others during National Police Week, May 15-May 21. It is a time for members of law enforcement to be recognized for the hard work they put into their jobs every day.

On Friday, May 20, the Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony will take place at Clarksville Police Department Headquarters, 135 Commerce Street at 10:30 a.m. Local law enforcement officials and community leaders will honor the service and sacrifice of those in law enforcement.

The Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is open to the public.