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Eight law enforcement officers who lost their lives protecting Floridians were honored today at the state capitol.

Their families along with hundreds of officers from around the state stood in honor of the fallen today at the 28th annual Fallen Officers’ Memorial. The memorial ceremony is held every year to honor those killed during the previous year. Governor Charlie Crist spoke to the families of the officers killed on the job.

“It’s a privilege and an honor to be able to be here and I just want to express my great gratitude to not only those who serve in law enforcement but their families that give them the privilege and the opportunity to do so,” said Crist.

Families of the officers were given plaques with their family member’s badge and an American flag inside.