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Las Vegas Strip Run Honors Fallen LVMPD Officer Truong Thai
Niece Says Family Overwhelmed by SupportAmong those taking part in Wednesday’s run was Truong Thai s niece, Janet Thai.
“We’re overwhelmed, speechless even,” Thai told KLAS upon seeing the runners taking part in the event. “It really makes us feel quite honored to be among family during this time. We’re just so grateful and it’s so hard to say thank you. Every time I see any Metro officer, our family just wants to hug each and every single one. I know they’re feeling the loss just as much as we are.”
Her family will be getting the flag carried by Theresa Ann Babcock during Wednesday’s run. A handwritten note will be included, too.
On October 13, while at a crime scene near the Strip, Thai, 49, was wounded in the torso after a bullet penetrated a protective vest. He was rushed to Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
The shooting took place during a domestic disturbance near the 800 block on East Flamingo Road near University Center Drive. The suspect fired shots at Thai and another Metro officer, Ryan Gillihan, police said. Both officers fired back.
A suspect was arrested and remains in custody.
Visitation, Funeral ScheduledA public visitation in memory of Thai will take place between 5-8 p.m. on October 27 at the King David Memorial Chapel, 2697 E Eldorado Lane in Las Vegas. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on October 28 at Central Church, 1001 New Beginnings Drive, in Henderson, Nev.
The continues to ask for donations in honor of Thai. The money raised by that effort will go to the Thai family.
