Each year, approximately 150 police officers die in the line of duty. In the period following the death, emotions are intense. Nevertheless, many details must be handled with the utmost care and precision, respecting the wishes of the deceased police officer's family. These responsibilities begin before the death notification and continue until after any trial that might be held. They usually include coordinating the funeral, a task that can be logistically complex. Topics that should be addressed include the death notification, the funeral, the debriefing of coworkers and survivors, the handling of benefits to survivors, support groups, memorials, and the use of the bagpipe. Photographs