Add in the officers who died in the line of duty from other causes -- traffic accidents, for example -- and the figure rises to 102 so far this year, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.
- Send thank-you notes within 24 hours of the interview or the very next day at the latest. If it arrives a week later, the meaning is lost. - If you e-mail a sentiment of gratitude, follow up with a thank-you note or card in the mail.
If you have been communicating with them via email, an emailed thank you should be acceptable. But, if you want to demonstrate your understanding of etiquette, send a written version via snail mail, too. More information: Sending Your Thank You After the Job Interview.