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Const. John Davidson funeral in Abbotsford attracts police officers from far and wide

by Charlie Smith on November 19th, 2017 at 1:39 PM
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      A full regimental funeral is underway for Const. John Davidson, the Abbotsford police officer who was shot and killed on November 6.

      Approximately 8,000 first responders joined in the memorial for a man admired for his kindness to children, his athleticism, and his devotion to his family.

      After a march through the Fraser Valley city, mourners have gathered in a celebration of his life at the Abbotsford Centre.

      Prior to becoming a police officer in England in 1994, Davidson worked as a relief teacher. He moved to Canada in 2006 and became a member of the Abbotsford police.

      Sgt. Jason Scott described Davidson as an "officer and a gentleman", as well as a man who was so polite that motorists would thank him after he gave them a ticket.

      Below, you can see some images from today's event.

      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbsIoPEA7Kr/?tagged=johndavidson
      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbsPPZMjC0T/?tagged=johndavidson
      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbsLl9BDWqU/?tagged=johndavidson
      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbsLx-XB5tS/?tagged=johndavidson
      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbN9kzHHXbE/?taken-at=472682067
      https://www.instagram.com/p/BbXhUellop_/?taken-at=472682067

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