Memorial Service for Fallen Miami-Dade Deputy Devin Jaramillo

Procession and Private Funeral Service

• 😔 A procession is underway for Deputy Devin M. Jaramillo, arriving at St. Michael's the Archangel Catholic Church in Little Havana for a private funeral service.
• 💔 Officers are preparing to remove his body from the hearse as final goodbyes are said.
• 🗓️ Deputy Jaramillo tragically lost his life on November 7th while responding to a minor traffic crash that escalated into a fatal confrontation.

Circumstances of Deputy Jaramillo's Death

• ⚠️ Questions arose regarding protocols during traffic incidents, as the situation escalated when an individual wrestled a gun away from the deputy.
• 🌟 Deputy Jaramillo was described by the Sheriff as a "homegrown hero" known for his intelligence and athleticism, who dedicated himself to public service.

Support from Colleagues and Community

• 📍 Deputies from the Kendall District Station are lining up to join a smaller procession to Lone Depot Park for the memorial service.
• 🤝 These deputies, who worked closely with Deputy Jaramillo, are participating in their own procession as a show of solidarity and to honor their fallen colleague.
• 😥 The difficulty of this moment is palpable for the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, community members, family, and especially for the deputies who worked alongside Deputy Jaramillo daily.

Public Memorial Service

• 🏟️ Following the private service, a public memorial will be held at Lone Depot Park later this morning.
• 📺 Coverage will continue, including live reporting from inside the public memorial service.