DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Hundreds of crosses have been placed at Wiregrass Angel House in Dothan as the organization prepares to recognize the National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims.
According to Wiregrass Angel House, 482 crosses have been placed this year in remembrance of homicide victims. The number is up from 459 crosses last year, an increase of 23.
The crosses will remain on display throughout September.
Wiregrass Angel House will hold its National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims program on Friday, Sept. 25, in the gardens at Wiregrass Angel House.
The annual gathering provides families an opportunity to come together, remember and reflect on loved ones lost to homicide.
A video presentation will begin at 4:30 p.m., followed by the program at 5:30 p.m.
