Service for fallen parole officer announced

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) has announced the service to honor fallen Parole Officer Christine Guerin Sandoval will be on Monday, Oct. 9 at 11 a.m.

On Thursday, Sept. 28 three parole officers including Guerin Sandoval attempted to contact a suspect, later identified as 41-year-old Justin Kula, in a parking lot at the intersection of North Spruce and West Bijou Streets. Guerin Sandoval and another officer were injured when the suspect attempted to run, driving from the area. Both officers were taken to the hospital where Guerin Sandoval died of her injuries.

Kula was later captured after a large-scale search.

DOC said services will be held at Praise Assembly Church located at 2000 Troy Avenue in Pueblo. DOC is asking those wishing to attend to carpool if possible so it can accommodate parking for all.

Guerin Sandoval‘s service will be live streamed by FOX21.

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