Officer DeLong Remembered with Community Solidarity | Columbia News

A heartfelt memorial has formed outside Columbia Police Department headquarters following the tragic line-of-duty death of Officer Christopher DeLong Junior, who leaves behind his wife and two young children. His uncle, Dean Nichols, shared how the family is still reeling, especially his wife and mother-in-law, asking for prayers and support. Veteran Walter Duggins honored DeLong’s service as that of a soldier, calling for respect and remembrance. The community gathers at the growing memorial near his patrol car, while the Columbia PD directs support to Serve & Connect’s Tragedy Response Program to aid law enforcement families during this devastating loss. 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/24fb6eb4efd67747