Bridge over I-70 honors fallen Richmond K-9 officer Seara Burton WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio [Video]

RICHMOND, Ind. — A bridge above Interstate 70 now honors a fallen Richmond Police officer.

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The community gathered Wednesday in Richmond, Indiana to unveil the “Officer Seara Burton Memorial Bridge,” according to a social media post.

The Indiana State Department named the Chester Boulevard Bridge after Burton.

“This tribute is a testament to an extraordinary officer and person who brought light to every room she entered,” the department said on Facebook. “Seara’s impact on our city and our hearts is immeasurable, and today, we take a step toward ensuring her legacy endures for generations.”

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The City of Richmond also released a statement Wednesday on social media.

“To say that the City of Richmond is proud of the Richmond Police Department is …