Gov. Gregoire�s statement on officer-involved shootings in Pierce County

For Immediate Release: December 22, 2009

OLYMPIA � Gov. Chris Gregoire today issued the following statement on the officer-involved shootings in Pierce County:

�My thoughts and prayers are with the two wounded Pierce County deputies, their families, friends, and the entire law enforcement community.

�I am deeply troubled by the recent series of attacks on our law enforcement officers. I ask that all Washington citizens join me in sending a clear message that these assaults on law enforcement officers will not be tolerated. The people of Washington and across America know that those who wear a badge show us the true meaning of service. They sacrifice their safety for ours. We owe them and their families our gratitude, respect and support.�