Law enforcement agencies from around the country have left a lasting impression on the Central Valley.
On Monday, more than a thousand sworn officers traveled to Fresno to be part of the memorial services for two local CHP officers, 33-year old Juan Gonzalez and 34-year old Brian Law. The partners died when their patrol car crashed on Highway 99 near Kingsburg.
Inside the Save Mart Center and out in its parking lot, the brotherhood of the badge was on display in full force. 127 different law enforcement agencies were represented from all across the country.
"It is a tight community and we have to have each other to help each other," said Captain Dave Paris of the Fresno Area CHP.
Captain Dave Paris of the Fresno area CHP says the compassion and understanding comes from officers sharing the same daily duties.
"We’re all on the same mission. We're out to help people, help save lives, protect people and assist those in need," said Captain Paris.
Washington State Patrol Trooper, Keith Leary, may not have known Officers Gonzalez and Law, but says they still deserve his respect.
"If it happened to me, something tragic, I would want the same support from all the officers," said Keith Leary of the Washington State Patrol.
Former CHP commander and current Madera County Sheriff, John Anderson, joined 8 of his deputies at the memorial service.
"We have a bond. We all pretty much do the same thing, we face the same dangers, and we’ve gone through the same training. I think sometimes they're even closer than a family," said Madera Co. Sheriff John Anderson.
Sheriff Anderson gave an example of how easy it can be to find some of those family ties.
"Right in front of me was a lieutenant from Clear Lake whose father I used to work with in Eureka. Next to him was a captain from Visalia whose father I used to work with in Sacramento," said Sheriff Anderson.
The community also showed their support by lining the streets; a gesture which Captain Paris says does not go unnoticed.
"They understand the grieving process, so I can't thank them enough," said Captain Paris.