Casket of fallen Wisconsin deputy arrives at Hudson High School Friday morning
The casket of St. Croix Co. sheriff’s deputy Kaitie Leising has arrived at Hudson HS ahead of Friday's memorial services.
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The casket of St. Croix Co. sheriff’s deputy Kaitie Leising has arrived at Hudson HS ahead of Friday's memorial services.
Fallen Wisconsin Deputy Kaitie Leising, who was shot and killed last week, will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon.
Thousands of people were on hand, including for a procession after the funeral that stretched for more than 12 miles. Our Allen Henry was along the route for today's procession and talked with those who came out to show support.
WCCO's Allen Henry is live from Cameron, where the procession was so big, it got to its destination 12 miles away before fully leaving.
It was a very emotional and unique funeral service, doubly devastating with two police officers from two separate departments being remembered by those who knew them best.
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A western Wisconsin community is gathering on Saturday to honor the lives of two police officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Western Wisconsin is preparing to honor the lives and legacies of two fallen police officers in a final farewell. Adam Duxter is live in Cameron.
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