Columbia Mourns Fallen Officer DeLong | Columbia News

Columbia mourns the tragic loss of Officer Christopher DeLong Jr., killed in the line of duty — the first such fatality since 1974. A growing memorial outside police headquarters reflects the city’s grief, as neighbors, families, and fellow officers pour out their support. Law enforcement nationwide has rallied in solidarity, offering condolences and aid. DeLong, beloved as a husband, father, brother, and son, is remembered with deep sorrow by all who knew him. The officer injured in the same incident is recovering, with well wishes pouring in. Visitation is Thursday 5–7 PM at Dunbar Funeral Home; funeral Friday 11 AM at Riverland Hills Baptist Church in Irmo, followed by burial. Serve & Connect is helping the family and coordinating donations — visit serveandconnect.org to give. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f2c0376fe8b1df7d