Flags lowered for Spokane County sergeant killed in line of duty

Mayor Lisa Brown has ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in memory of Spokane County Sergeant Ken Salas. Sgt. Salas lost his life while assisting with a traffic hazard on Interstate 90, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement officers. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of Sergeant Salas, who was killed while serving our community," stated Mayor Brown. The City extends heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues from the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office.

In a show of solidarity, the City encourages residents to lower flags at their homes and businesses. This gesture underscores the community's support for law enforcement. Flags will remain at half-staff through Monday, ensuring an extended period of remembrance. Sgt. Salas’s sacrifice serves as a poignant reminder of the risks that officers take daily to protect the public.