Officer Wayne David, a D.C. police officer who was fatally shot in an accidental incident while trying to retrieve a discarded gun, was honored with a procession as his body was transported to a funeral home outside the District. He was moved from the medical examiner’s office to Pope’s Funeral Home in Forestville. Colleagues and residents have left flowers and messages at a growing memorial on his cruiser outside the special operations division building. The procession saw officers and firefighters lining the streets in solidarity, with motorcycles and patrol vehicles accompanying the body. DC Chief of Police Pamela Smith described David as “the epitome of a great officer” and expressed the department’s loss. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with support pouring in from the community for the fallen officer. The incident occurred after a suspect fled from a suspicious vehicle and discarded a weapon, which accidentally discharged and struck David. The tragic death has sparked an outpouring of support and a solemn procession to honor his memory.
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Memorial and procession held in honor of DC officer who died in accidental shooting
