Governor Kelly announced on Tuesday for flags to be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds and facilities all day for Saturday, July 5th in honor of Phillips County Deputy Brandon Gaede.&nbsp;

Deputy Gaede was killed in the line of duty on Friday, June 27th.

“I am directing flags statewide be flown at half-staff to honor Phillips County Deputy Brandon Gaede, whose life was taken too soon while protecting his community,”&nbsp;Governor Kelly said.&nbsp;“Each day, our law enforcement officers brave profound risks in service of their fellow Kansans. I extend my deepest condolences to Deputy Gaede’s loved ones and community as they grieve this unimaginable loss.”

Deputy Gaede will be honored during services held on July 5th.

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Governor Kelly directs flags flown half-staff in honor of fallen officer