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Denver Sheriff Department Honors Fallen Deputies

DENVER (CBS4)- The Denver Sheriff Department honored and remembered fallen deputies in a special ceremony on Monday. The annual ceremony recognized five deputy sheriffs who gave their lives for the community of Denver.

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"The contribution of the Denver deputy sheriffs who gave their lives to this job cannot and will not be forgotten," said Denver Sheriff Patrick Firman.

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Wreaths were placed at the memorial stone during the song Amazing Grace. The flag was lowered to half staff to honor the final watch of the fallen.

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