Honor Guard

The Fall River Police Honor Guard was established in 1987 and consists of a team of police officers. In addition to each officer’s duty assignment, each team member volunteers additional time as a member of the Honor Guard team. Under the direction of Sgt. Steven R. Burt, the team is dedicated to demonstrating a higher standard of professionalism while representing the Fall River Police Department in parades, city functions, and funeral services for fallen police officers and retirees. These officers train monthly, practicing synchronized marching drills, funeral ceremonies, flag folding and presentation while proudly representing the men and women of the Fall River Police Department.

The Fall River Police Honor Guard has received numerous awards for marching competitions to include: First Place at the Newburyport Yankee Homecoming Parade and most recently accepting Third Place for its performance in Aquidneck Island’s National Police Parade in Newport, Rhode Island.

Honor Guard Members are responsible for purchasing and maintaining their uniforms. The Fall River Police Honor Guard has participated in hundreds of events. Some of these events include:

Annual Candlelight Vigil at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Washington DC
National Peace Officers' Memorial Day Service, US Capitol Washington DC
Peace Officers’ Memorial Day Service: Massachusetts State House
Presented the colors at the Providence Bruins hockey game
Presented the colors at the Pawtucket Red Sox Baseball game
George L. Hanna Awards at Massachusetts State House
Presentation of National colors at dedications, memorials and countless other city events

Honor Guard Members include:

Lieutenant Steven R. Burt
Sergeant Derrick Silva

Sergeant Frank Andrade

Officer Eric Cabral

Officer Jennifer Deleon

Officer Cory Dolan

Officer Daniel Mello

Officer Jesse Narcizo

Officer William Pavao

Officer Richard Saraiva

Officer Rachel Silvia