It’s been 6 months since Officer Kerrie Orozco was killed in the line of duty. The First Responders Foundation is asking for your help to send as many OPD officers as possible to Washington DC in May when Ofc. Orozco is honored.
Officer Orozco was killed while serving a search warrant with the Metro Area Fugitive Task Force on May 20th, 2015. Since then there’s been an outpouring of support through volunteering and donations. Orozco volunteered with the Boys and Girls Club, Special Olympics, and was in charge of the OPD Officers Ball.
The First Responders Foundation wants to send as many officers as possible, including the honor guard and Orozco's family to Washington DC, when her name is engraved on the Law Enforcement National Memorial in May. They look to raise another $25,000 for the week-long trip.
Sergeant Marcus Taylor worked with Ofc. Orozco in the Gang Unit, and says she was one of the first members of the Black Police Officers Association and always the first volunteer. He says many are still hurting but her inspiration to participate in community events helps them through.
"That's going to be an extreme honor I wouldn't miss that for the world. I think Kerrie stands as an example here in Omaha what she's been able to do in the community and bridge that gap between the community and police department," Sgt. Taylor explained.
The First responders Foundation in Omaha is the creator of the grassroots "Support Blue Campaign" as a way for everyone to stand with law enforcement and show respect to not only the fallen officers but all current first responders as well. They will speak with other representatives about creating a Support Blue Campaign in their own cities while in Washington DC.
If you would like to donate or get more information go to: http://firstrespondersomaha.org/donate
