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Officer Howe had been with the Department for 20 years and was survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, parents, two sisters, and three brothers.
Every day, the members of the LAPD put their lives on the line. We remember and honor the officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty who have lost their lives while serving the people of the City of Los Angeles.