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Funeral held for fallen Lincoln investigator

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A funeral was held for fallen Lincoln Police Investigator Mario Herrera, who passed away Monday after being wounded in the line of duty last month.

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WATCH: Patriot Guard Riders surround the cemetery with American flags, honoring Investigator Mario Herrera

LISTEN: Mario Herrera end of watch notice

WATCH: Mario Herrera's brother shares touching sentiment and memories of his brother:

WATCH: Lincoln Police Chief Jeff Bliemeister's speech from the service:

WATCH: Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts delivers remarks at Herrera's service:

WATCH: A look back at the legacy Herrera leaves behind and his family's message to the community:

In addition to our on-air and streaming coverage, the 3 News Now team is providing live updates via Twitter:

HAPPENING NOW: Patriot Guard Riders from across the country line the cemetery where Officer Mario Herrera will be laid to rest.

I am blown away by the amount of people, flags and patriotism today. pic.twitter.com/IfW5SOmA8v
— Kent Luetzen (@KentLuetzen) September 12, 2020

Officers are making their way into the arena, passing by Investigator Herrera’s cruiser. All week, those mourning his loss have laid flowers and memorabilia on the vehicle. pic.twitter.com/jMhO5qKPoP
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020

I’m currently near Haymarket Station, where officers from around the Nebraska area are lining up to honor Investigator Mario Herrera. @3NewsNowOmaha pic.twitter.com/X7MJuQTR6F
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020

Community members and officers from all over Nebraska are honoring Investigator Herrera as his funeral procession passes by. pic.twitter.com/vBCPo2UZRQ
— Jessika Eidson (@JessikaEidsonTV) September 12, 2020

Tweets from area law enforcement members who are attending and honoring Herrera:

La Vista Police Honor Guard members paying respects at the service for @Lincoln_Police Investigator Mario Herrera. Thanks to all who protect and serve. pic.twitter.com/TYMC4jWtVG
— La Vista Police (@lavistapolice) September 12, 2020

Here's a look at just part of today's procession to honor @Lincoln_Police Inv. Mario Herrera.

Thanks to the many supporters who lined the route to the funeral this morning. #ThinBlueLine #Remember #Honor pic.twitter.com/kL8pHpkJoe
— Nebraska State Patrol (@NEStatePatrol) September 12, 2020

#1205 Hero-a pic.twitter.com/FHJ3NyzrLc
— NSPTrooperDave (@NSPTrooperDave) September 12, 2020

Honoring a hero today in Lincoln. Rest In Peace Mario Herrera #1205. pic.twitter.com/TFYtmlI145
— Col. John A. Bolduc (@NSPColonel) September 12, 2020

Please keep Det Herrera & his family along with @Lincoln_Police in your thoughts & prayers especially today when he is honored & laid to rest. #OPD 🙏 via @OPDDCKanger pic.twitter.com/OYv2eHtXXF
— Omaha Police Dept (@OmahaPolice) September 12, 2020

Hundreds of law enforcement awaiting Inv. Herrera’s procession outside Pinnacle Bank Arena. pic.twitter.com/gYTGkv0kwZ
— NSP Capitol Detail (@NSP_CapSec) September 12, 2020

Investigator Luis "Mario" Herrera, Lincoln Police Department, EOW 09/07/20 pic.twitter.com/kOdyKGhf6j
— Ofc. Jordan Jacobs (@OPDOfcJacobs) September 12, 2020

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