Flags at half-staff

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Tacoma Police Officer Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez, 45, and directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Friday, December 9, 2016.

Officer Gutierrez was killed in the line of duty on Wednesday, November 30.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on December 9, 2016.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 9, 2016, at the Tacoma Dome in Tacoma. It is open to the public. The time has yet to be announced.

Please call (360) 239-1317 if you have any questions about this flag lowering.