May 15, 2026
Its been an emotional week in Washington, D.C. for the family of fallen Citrus County Deputy Andy Lahera.As part of National Police Week ceremonies, Laheras widow and sons traveled to the nations capital, where Andys name was of ficially added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, which honors officers killed in the line of duty.Watch report on the memorial 'He deserves it': Fallen Citrus County deputy honored during National Police WeekLahera died last year after spending more than two years battling complications from a traumatic brain injury he suffered in 2023. The beloved Citrus County deputy was critically hurt after being hit by a car while directing traffic on a rainy night near Lecanto.His case later inspired the Deputy Andy Lahera Act, a Florida law designed to protect benefits for catastrophically injured law enforcement officers and their families.For Laheras widow, Michelle, seeing his name etched into the memorial wall was a moment she says made everything feel more real.Well, Andy was very humble, so he did not like a lot of attention, Michelle Lahera said. He would probably be saying they dont need to make this much of a fuss about him. But, for me, I think that they do, because he deserves it and so much more.Michelle Lahera said support for her family has continued long after Andys death, with strangers from across the country reaching out to share how his story impacted them. She says she plans to continue honoring her husbands legacy and making sure his story is never forgotten. ...read more read less
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