Dallas ready to salute fallen officers in wake of sniper attack: "People are praying for them"

DALLAS -- As those in Dallas prepare for visits from President Barack Obama and George W. Bush on Tuesday, July 12th, they're also preparing for funerals for the five officers killed in the sniper attack Thursday, July 7th. Thousands are expected to attend.

The Dallas police chief said Monday, July 11th that he does not know how he will get through the week. Funeral arrangements have been set for three of the five officers killed. Visitation for some begins on Tuesday.

Meanwhile in downtown Dallas, it was the start of the work week Monday -- although many still could not get to their buildings.

The city's tallest building was surrounded by police tape.

"We live in the greatest country in the world and it's not safe?  This is a shame," said Allen Fudge, a bystander.

Fudge's job for the day was to show his appreciation.

"I came down here to tell them thank you and people are praying for them," Fudge said.

As the investigation drags on, the crime scene was smaller Monday. Police opened new streets and buildings.

Outside the police headquarters, tears continued to flow. Officers said it's baffling that this happened in Dallas.

"I believe in community policing. This is the model. This shouldn't have happened here," said Stephen Toth with the Dallas Police Department.

Crime in Dallas is at a 50-year low according to Toth. He said it has been down 12 years straight.

"It just takes the actions of one to create this chaos, but the flip side is now we can see the community come together and mend," Toth said.

Officers in Dallas are hopeful this incident can bring people together -- not just in Texas, but in communities all over the United States.

"In light of the bad, something good will come out of this," Toth said.