Statue memorializes CPD officer killed in line of duty

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A statue is dedicated to a Chicago Police officer who was killed in the line of duty.

A "Horse of Honor" statue was unveiled in memory of Officer Michael Ceriale, who was killed in august of 1998.

The statue was designed and painted by artist and fellow Chicago Police Officer Peter Bucks, who went to high school with Ceriale.

"Horses of Honor" are statues of the city's police horses and raise awareness and support for the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.