A special tribute in honor of a Heritage High School graduate, the badge of a fallen officer worn by his son.

Cayden McCowan, the son of Blount County Deputy Greg McCowan who was shot and killed in the line of duty in February, graduated Friday night and he wore his father’s badge over his heart during the ceremony and was joined by several members from Deputy McCowan’s shift.

Sheriff James Berrong told Cayden that everyone at at BCSO are proud of him and his accomplishments and look forward to seeing him achieve his dreams.