PORAC Honoring the Fallen Profile

Mounted in the front lobby of the Broadmoor Police Department is a tribute to Charles E. Manning, the district’s first and only peace officer to die in the line of duty. The plaque bearing his name was originally housed in the department’s common room for a number of years, but was moved to a more visible area in January of last year — the 60th anniversary of Manning’s death — so that the citizens of Broadmoor could remember and acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice he made in service to the community he called home. Read More

Located in the heart of San Diego, the San Diego Police Museum stands as a testament to the rich and storied 130-plus-year history of the city’s police department. The museum features vintage photos, badges, uniforms and more, but perhaps what truly makes the exhibit special is its memorial, which honors the San Diego Police Department officers killed in the line of duty.  Read More