A new memorial for veterans and police officers is being dedicated in West Point Friday. Police Chief Jeffrey Cato said he made the memorial's construction a priority earlier this year. The cost was covered by funds raised in a golf tournament. (Photo Courtesy of Scott Davidson via Flickr.)
A ceremony will be held 10 a.m. Friday at J. Smith Lanier Park. The memorial was constructed this summer.
Police Chief Jeffrey Cato said he made the memorial's construction a priority earlier this year. The cost was covered by funds raised in a golf tournament.
One side of the monument honors public safety workers. The other side is dedicated to military veterans.
