RICHMOND — The “end of watch” radio transmission for Richmond Officer Seara Burton was broadcasted at the conclusion of her funeral services on Monday.
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Funeral services took place at Richmond High School, followed by a procession to escort Burton’s remains to Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis to be buried.
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The procession stopped at the Richmond Police Department, where Officer Burton’s cruiser has been parked since the day she was shot.
While stopped, the final 10-42, or end of watch call, was played.
“On August 10, 2022, Richmond Police Department K9 Officer Seara Burton answered her final call. After being shot in the line of the duty, on Aug. 10, 2022, and following an incredibly strong and valiant 39-day fight, K9 Officer Seara Burton succumbed to her injuries on Sept. 18, 2022.
Scripture says in John 15:13, ‘Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.’ K9 Officer Burton demonstrated, commitment, professionalism and dedication every moment of every day and proudly wore the badge as a warrior for her community.
Thank you for your service, Seara, your bravery and your commitment to your department and your profession as a K9 officer. She has gone home now for the final time. K9 Officer Seara Burton, K9-2, of the Richmond Police Department is 10-42.”
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