Edmontonians can pay respects to fallen officers at City Hall
Posted March 17, 2023 11:14 am.
Last Updated March 17, 2023 11:57 am.
Edmontonians are being invited to pay respects to the two officers who were shot and killed in the line of duty Thursday.
Const. Travis Jordan and Const. Brett Ryan were responding to a domestic call when they were shot as they approached the door.
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Starting Friday, March 17 at 10:30 a.m., condolence books for each officer will be available at City Hall.
“On behalf of City Council, City Administration and all Edmontonians, I extend my deepest condolences to the families of these fallen officers, and the entire Edmonton Police Service. I also send my condolences to all first responders and to all Edmontonians as we grieve together,” said Mayor Amarjeet Sohi in a statement on Thursday.
Anyone who wishes to pay their respects can do so between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.
On Thursday night, landmarks in Edmonton including the High Level Bridge, city hall, Muttart Conservatory, Commonwealth Stadium and Walterdale Bridge were lit in blue to honour the two officers.
Flags at the Alberta legislature, government buildings and police detachments were lowered to half-mast.
Online fundraisers have started for the families of the officers by the Edmonton Police Association and the Alberta Paramedic Association.
-With files from the Canadian Press
