LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Local first responders are putting together a blood drive in honor of a fallen hero.
Saturday marked three years since Lincoln Police Investigator Mario Herrera was shot while serving a warrant.
He died 12 days later. But starting this Monday, you can give back in his honor.
During those final 12 days of his life, officials say Herrera received countless amounts of blood transfusions, keeping him alive longer than anticipated.
That’s why Lincoln Police and Lincoln Fire and Rescue are banding together for the “12 Days of Hope” blood drive.
According to the American Red Cross, just one blood donation can save more than one life.
If you’d like to donate, head to the Public Safety Center at 6601 Pine Lake Road from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.