Kings County deputies assist in Los Angeles during protests

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Several Kings County deputies have returned home safely after providing law enforcement support for the protests in Los Angeles.

The Deputy Sheriff's Association posted photos on Facebook around 7:30 Saturday night as their colleagues prepared to depart. They informed the public Sunday morning that everyone has returned.

The union said it was making the announcement with worried hearts and asked for prayers for the deputies heading south.

RELATED: As Los Angeles protests turn violent, Mayor Eric Garcetti calls in the National Guard