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SALT LAKE CITY – Leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sat 6 feet apart inside an empty room as the faith carried out its signature conference Saturday by adhering to social distancing guidelines that offered a stark reminder of how the global coronavirus pandemic is affecting religious practices.

DEPTFORD, N.J. - Officer Bobby Shisler, the Deptford police officer shot in the line of duty in March, has died, Deptford Township Police announced.Deptford Police Chief Joseph Smith made the announcement Sunday.Deptford Township Police, along with Philadelphia Police and law enforcement from across New Jersey escorted Officer Shisler Sunday night from Penn Hospital, in University City, to the Medical Examiner’s Office at Philadelphia Police Headquarters.A sea of red and blue went over the bridge Sunday afternoon to help with the procession, after raising a flag during an emotional gathering at the Deptford Township Police Department.Police surrounded Philadelphia Police Headquarters as Officer Shisler was brought inside and saluted his family as they left the building.In a statement, Chief Smith said, "Officer Shisler will always be remembered for his dedication and his commitment to the residents of this great community. We are extremely grateful and thankful for his service.