Somerville Detective Mario Oliveira.

Somerville police are asking the public to join them in helping to support a decorated detective shot and almost killed in the line of duty Nov. 3.

A fundraiser for Detective Mario Oliveira will be held Jan. 28 at the Somerville City Club, 20 Inner Belt Rd., to help support his recovery. Oliveira has been honored as the department’s officer of the year and has received many commendations.

Tickets are $20 and entertainment includes a DJ, raffles, buffet and cash bar.

Contact either Detective Katie Costa or Det. Shaye Dottin at 617 625-1212 extension 7220 for tickets.