Wreath laid in Arlington National Cemetery in honor of two officers killed in Tremonton

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Senator John Curtis has placed a wreath on the tomb of the unknown soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in honor of the two officers killed in Tremonton last month.

Curtis gave a speech on the Senate floor reflecting on what he felt while placing the wreath in honor of Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada.

“It was a humbling reminder that sacrifice, whether on foreign battlefields or the quiet streets of our towns, is what preserves our freedom,” Curtis said.

He praised the bravery of officers who respond to difficult calls and said these two embodied the values in Utah rooted in the states pioneer history.

“Sgt. Sorensen and officer Estrada carried that same pioneer spirit,” Curtis said. “They stood watch so others could rest, they chose duty over comfort, they walked in danger so others could walk in peace.”

Curtis says the two officers embodied the best of what Utah law enforcement can offer, saying they offered service rooted in responsibility.

He also praised Deputy Mike Allred, who was injured at the scene, and who said if any positive thing can come out of this tragedy it’s the love and sense of community that is being shared.

Curtis said the two officers will be remembered as symbols of Utah values and American courage.

The senator called for members of the Senate to work for solutions to better support law enforcement, strengthen protections for families and individuals, so citizens can live in peace.

Watch the whole speech here.

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