On this episode of Lo and Order, we talk to Valerie Vaca, the widow of Sergeant Dominic Vaca. She shares her powerful story of love, loss, and resilience after Dominic was killed in the line of duty on May 31, 2021.
In this deeply moving conversation, Valerie opens up about the realities of surviving families—the grief, the struggles, and the unwavering commitment to keeping their loved ones’ legacies alive.
She sheds light on the importance of continuous support beyond the End of Watch date, the role of law enforcement families, and how we can all do better in honoring our fallen heroes by being present for those they left behind.
This is not just a conversation about loss—it’s a testament to strength, advocacy, and the unbreakable bond of the law enforcement community.
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To get involved in the Sergeant Dominic Vaca Memorial Football Tournament, visit their page on Instagram: vacamemorialtournament
To register for the the 2025 3rd Annual Honor Our Fallen and Remember the Families 5K Memorial Run visit: http://getmeregistered.com/sebahonor
Learn more about the Sheriff's Employees' Benefit Association (SEBA): https://www.seba.com/
SEBA is the Sheriff's Employees' Benefit Association proudly representing 4,000+ public safety officers in San Bernardino County since 1946
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