Cobb DA to hold candelight vigil for homicide victims

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Cobb District Attorney Joyette M. Holmes announces that the annual Cobb County Candlelight Vigil and Homicide Memorial will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 19 in the Jury Assembly Room of the Cobb Superior Courthouse.

“This Evening of Remembrance pays homage to those who have been lost to violent crime. These victims were – and still are – held dear in someone’s heart,” District Attorney Holmes said. “As we see far too often, the actual victim of a homicide is not the only person the crime hurts. Those left behind suffer, too. We wish to recognize that and let them know that they are also not forgotten.”

Tangela Brooks, who lost her son, Jonathan, 22, to homicide in 2011, will be the guest speaker.

Law enforcement partners from around the county will be joining the District Attorney’s Office staff at the vigil. Kennesaw Police Chief Bill Westenberger, Cobb Police Deputy Chief Stuart Vanhoozer, and Acworth Police Chief Wayne Dennard will read the names of deceased victims during the ceremony.

“This is Cobb County’s second annual Evening of Remembrance. This vigil is important to those families who have suffered the ultimate loss of life due to murder or homicide in Cobb County in that it gives these families a special evening to remember their loved ones,” said Kim McCoy, director of the Victim Witness Unit. “Hosting an event such as this gives us, the service providers, an opportunity to honor those we serve and to remind us of why we do what we do on a daily basis. We are honored to share this event with our community.”

Gathering and refreshments will begin at 6 p.m. The ceremony will begin at 7 p.m.

Attendees may enter the Courthouse at the 70 Haynes Street entrance. Complimentary parking will be available at the Lawrence Street deck.

 

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