Brick township police honor veterans at annual ceremony and community breakfast

BRICK, NJ – Members of the Brick Township Police Department joined residents Monday to honor local military veterans during the township’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony, paying tribute to those who have served with courage and dedication.

Chief of Police David Forrester, along with the department’s Honor Guard Unit, participated in the event, which brought together community members, veterans, and civic leaders in a show of gratitude and remembrance.

Following the ceremony, members of the department’s PBA joined volunteers at the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post to serve breakfast to area veterans.

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Brick Township Police participated in the township’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony.
The department’s Honor Guard and Chief David Forrester took part in honoring local service members.
Officers and PBA members served breakfast to veterans at the VFW following the event.

Community gathers to honor service and sacrifice

The annual ceremony featured tributes recognizing veterans from all branches of the U.S. military. The police department’s Honor Guard presented colors as part of the observance, which has become a cornerstone event for the Brick community each November.

Police and veterans share breakfast and fellowship

After the ceremony, PBA members helped serve breakfast to attendees at the VFW’s annual Veterans Day breakfast. Officers thanked veterans for their service and shared time with local heroes who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation.

Department expresses gratitude

In a statement, the department extended thanks to all veterans for their continued example of courage and selflessness. “Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifice,” the department wrote in its post, accompanied by photos of the ceremony and breakfast.

The Brick Township Police Department regularly participates in community events honoring veterans and promoting public service, continuing its commitment to those who have served both at home and abroad.

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