The California state Capitol dome was illuminated in blue Sunday night to honor the bravery and dedication of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation held a ceremony to honor 12 officers who died in 2025, representing 10 different agencies across the state. Among those honored was Marysville police Officer Osmar Rodarte, who was shot and killed while serving a search warrant in Olivehurst last March. The vigil began with a procession led by a pipes and drums band composed of law enforcement agencies from across California. The band escorted the loved ones of the fallen officers to the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument, located in front of the state Capitol. Hundreds of American flags were placed in front of the monument, and attendees held blue electric candles to honor the officers. “It matters that you recognize the commitment before you. Tonight, as we hold these candles. Let them represent more than loss. Let them represent remembrance, gratitude, and let them represent a promise that we’ll never forget. Those who gave their lives in service,” said Shannon Dicus, the San Bernardino County sheriff, during the ceremony. Guards will remain posted at the memorial monument throughout the night. The memorial continues Monday with a law enforcement caravan starting at 9 a.m. from the CHP Academy in West Sacramento to the monument at the Capitol.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. —

The California state Capitol dome was illuminated in blue Sunday night to honor the bravery and dedication of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation held a ceremony to honor 12 officers who died in 2025, representing 10 different agencies across the state.

Among those honored was Marysville police Officer Osmar Rodarte, who was shot and killed while serving a search warrant in Olivehurst last March.

The vigil began with a procession led by a pipes and drums band composed of law enforcement agencies from across California.

The band escorted the loved ones of the fallen officers to the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument, located in front of the state Capitol.

Hundreds of American flags were placed in front of the monument, and attendees held blue electric candles to honor the officers.

“It matters that you recognize the commitment before you. Tonight, as we hold these candles. Let them represent more than loss. Let them represent remembrance, gratitude, and let them represent a promise that we’ll never forget. Those who gave their lives in service,” said Shannon Dicus, the San Bernardino County sheriff, during the ceremony.

Guards will remain posted at the memorial monument throughout the night. The memorial continues Monday with a law enforcement caravan starting at 9 a.m. from the CHP Academy in West Sacramento to the monument at the Capitol.