Cobb police hold law enforcement commemoration

In honor of Law Enforcement Week, Cobb’s Fraternal Order of Police will host a “Never Let Them Walk Alone” Fallen Heroes Service on May 5 to remember the county’s law enforcement personnel killed in the line of duty.

State Attorney General Sam Olens will be the guest speaker.

The service begins at 7:30 p.m. on Marietta Square.

Information: http://www.foplodge13.org

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