Flags Lowered for Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas

Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas, who was tragically killed while assisting with a traffic hazard on Interstate 90. Salas was struck by a vehicle while serving the community, highlighting the dangers law enforcement officers face daily. Mayor Brown expressed deep sadness over the loss, extending sympathies to Salas's family, friends, and colleagues at the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office. Flags will remain at half-staff through Wednesday, August 20, as part of the city's mourning process. The City encourages residents to join in this recognition by lowering flags at their homes and businesses.

A memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday at 1 p. m. at the Spokane Convention Center, allowing the community to pay their respects. Salas's dedication to public service and the circumstances of his death underscore the risks faced by first responders. The tragic event calls attention to the need for increased awareness and safety measures on highways.