BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — An emotional tribute took place Thursday night in downtown Bakersfield as the Kern County District Attorney's Office unveiled a memorial honoring thousands of lives lost to violent crimes.

The victims' rights event displayed more than 4,400 names of those who have been wrongfully killed in Kern County over the past 150 years. Along with their names, a new monument now stands to honor their memories.

For Nicole Ramirez, the event helps keep the memory and spirit of her brother Jorge alive. Jorge Ramirez was killed nearly 13 years ago when he was shot by Bakersfield police. BPD said Ramirez was working as an informant at the time.

She says the memorial is therapeutic, allowing families to share stories with others who have experienced similar losses.

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