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Here's Why Police Want You To Wear Blue On Jan. 9

DETROIT, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - The community is being asked by local law enforcement to wear blue on Jan. 9.

"We are so grateful to serve a community which truly Backs the Blue," Detroit police said on their Facebook page.

Police say National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is being recognized tomorrow for the first inaugural #BacktheBlueDetroit initiative.

The community can show their support by wearing blue and/or post a message on social media using the hashtag #BacktheBlueDetroit.

We are so grateful to serve a community which truly Backs the Blue! Look at all the ways National Law Enforcement...

Posted by Detroit Police Department on Wednesday, January 8, 2020

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