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Somerville Police Honor Guard

 

The Somerville Police Honor Guard represents the Somerville Police Department, its officers, and their families at police funerals, parades,
and other official ceremonies.

 

 

 

 

 Somerville Police Honor Guard walking alongside a silver hearse in a funeral procession at a city intersection.
 

Support During Line-of-Duty Incidents

  • If a sworn officer or civilian employee dies or is seriously injured on duty, the department provides support for their family.
  • The Department Liaison Officer helps communicate between the family and the police department.
  • The Funeral Liaison Officer works with the Department Liaison Officer to make sure the family’s needs and wishes are met.
  • This includes coordinating honor guards, pallbearers, and traffic control for funeral services.


Role of the Honor Guard

  • The Honor Guard is made up of Somerville Police members who are highly motivated and maintain exceptional standards of appearance and conduct.
  • They perform ceremonial duties with precision and respect.
  • Honor Guard members are also known as the "Guardians of the Colors", responsible for displaying and escorting the national flag at official local and state events