Hundreds gathered Saturday night to pay their respects to fallen police officer Miosotis Familia.

Officers, friends, family and supporters lit candles for the fallen officer at a candlelight vigil outside of the precinct where she worked.

Many also released blue and white balloons in her honor.

People at the vigil described Officer Familia as a kind person that cared for the community she served.

High ranking officers urged the community to honor Officer Familia by standing by their local officers who fight for them every day.