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WEST VALLEY CITY — Community members poured out their support after the death of West Valley police officer Cody Brotherson early Sunday.
Brotherson, 25, was struck by a vehicle and killed during a pursuit.
West Valley City Police Chief Lee Russo said "just about every police chief" throughout the valley called Sunday to offer support and condolences.
"This man gave his life, so we honor that. This community honors that," Russo said.
Brotherson was engaged to be married at the time of his death.
Below, we've included well wishes extended from those in the community and across the nation.
@WVCPD We extend the heartfelt prayers & shared sorrow of your brothers & sisters across Colorado over this tragic loss May he rest in peace
— Colorado FOP (@ColoradoFOP) November 6, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Cody Brotherson and his family. We stand with our brothers in the West Valley Police Department.
— CH Police (@CHPolice) November 6, 2016
West Valley City Utah Police Officer 💙🙏🏼💔
— Wonder Woman 💙 (@FeliciaKCCO) November 6, 2016
Saddened to learn of the tragic death of a brave West Valley City Ut Police Officer. RIP Brother....
— Dave Ryan (@maddogg2463) November 6, 2016
Heartfelt prayers are with our West Valley City Police brothers and sisters and the family of the fallen officer. pic.twitter.com/tP4NA7Ga2E
— Draper City PD (@DraperCityPD) November 6, 2016
Utah police officer killed while investigating potential crime https://t.co/k3iLnMoBRV We love you West Valley City. 😢.
— Mark Jetmir (@anbotia) November 6, 2016
West Valley officer killed during pursuit. So sad to hear this news. Prayers with the family … pic.twitter.com/dizIft7zjJ
— Morgan Adams (@pendozer) November 6, 2016
West Valley officer killed during pursuit. So sad to hear this news. Prayers with the family https://t.co/RlRIW8J0oepic.twitter.com/jaXGWOXZCy
— Jason Chaffetz (@jasoninthehouse) November 6, 2016
Prayers going out to the family and friends of the officer who died in the line of duty early this morning in West Valley💙
— Mrs. Silva (@jewelz_ford) November 6, 2016
Thoughts and prayers for the West Valley police department and with the officer's family. Thank you for your service may you rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/uQboeSmd7R
— Evan Hyler (@hyler_evan) November 6, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to our brothers and sisters of the West Valley City Police Department, as they... https://t.co/0TwuZeEPa4
— Unified Police Dept (@UPDSL) November 6, 2016
We send our love and support to our West Valley brothers and sisters on this terrible day. Our prayers are of you and the officers family.
— Piute County Sheriff (@piute_so) November 6, 2016
Our sincere condolences go out to West Valley City and the law enforcement community. pic.twitter.com/6mOKNgtCg7
— OGDEN_POLICE (@OGDEN_POLICE) November 6, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with our Brothers and Sisters in West Valley... https://t.co/fsuDg5n3Ka
— Idaho Falls FOP (@IFFOP) November 6, 2016
I am physically ill. Devastated. This is so wrong. #rippic.twitter.com/937Ooo9ZyA
— Debbie Dujanovic (@debbieksl) November 6, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and WVPD for fallen police officer Cody Brotherson.
— Lone Peak Fire (@lonepeakfire) November 6, 2016
We send our deepest condolences to our friends and families at West Valley Police Department. Rest In Peace,... https://t.co/QtbEwCaKp5
— Pleasant Grove PD (@plgrovepd_ut) November 6, 2016
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Officer Cody Brotherson, a hero killed in the line of duty this morning. pic.twitter.com/0gZGlxexQf
— Gov. Gary Herbert (@GovHerbert) November 6, 2016
Our officers will shroud their badge in honor of Officer #CodyBrotherson. Non-sworn will wear this pin. #WVCPDLODDpic.twitter.com/trp8Mvmudo
— WVC Police (@WVCPD) November 6, 2016
Our hearts and prayer's go out to our family at The West Valley Police Department and the family of Officer Cody... https://t.co/fdHbHSgzYS
— Kaysville Police (@KaysvillePolice) November 6, 2016
Springville PD mourns with all Utah police officers on the loss of Officer Brotherson, WVCPD, today.
— SpringvilleDPS (@SpringvilleDPS) November 6, 2016
Terrible tragedy. God bless our men and women in uniform. https://t.co/kWxs8Nlt23
— Spencer Cox (@SpencerJCox) November 6, 2016
Payson Fire Rescue sends our condolences to West Valley City Police and Fire as well as the family of Officer... https://t.co/QFDqd0fvhR
— Payson Fire & Rescue (@PaysonFire) November 6, 2016
My heart aches for my brothers and sisters of @WVCPD. Sending you all much love 💙💙💙 pic.twitter.com/mC7G3yXZBo
— Brian Lohrke (@LtLohrke) November 6, 2016
