2022 FALL Peace Officer

Peace Officer Philadelphia Lodge #5 Fraternal Order of Police • www.fop5.org

FALL - Vol. 31, No. 3

Peace Officer

The Thin Blue Line Between Crime and Society

The Peace Officer is the official publication of the Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5, 11630 Caroline Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19154. Phone: (215) 629-3600 ~ Fax: (215) 6295736, www.fop5.org.

The Fraternal Order of Police is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to a membership of 14,000 Active and Retired Law Enforcement Officers, their families and 7,000 Associate Members.

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IN THIS ISSUE

President’s Message...............................

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Letters to the Editor..............................

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Advertisers Index...................................

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PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE

Fr. Steve Plaque Dedication................ 37

John Hoyt, Editor Chairman, Publications Committee

Baseball .................................................... 47 Awards ...................................................... 50

Lou Campione, Contributing Editor

Cigar Night .............................................. 77

CONTRIBUTING STAFF: Special Thanks to our Photographers: Charlie Marsden, Jaci Downs

Member Advertiser Pages .................... 87

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LODGE 5 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE John McNesby, President

217 Members lost in 6 months. There has been a continuous loss each month in the Department.

Everyone that can is leaving. Either to other Departments or pushing up retirement dates.

It’s tough trying to replace these officers, and I believe people are not attracted to this profession because of the leadership we currently have in the Office of District Attorney.

Many Departments around the Country are experiencing a high rate of vacancies, but here they seem to be out pacing these other municipalities.

This is dangerous situation. Roll Calls are thin, days off are rare, if not cancelled. And when you call for backup, you want someone responding.

What do we do? What can be done?

Aside from an early Christmas present of an impeachment of the DA, we need to make this job more attractive.

I am currently meeting with City officials to hopefully free some funds to offer incentives to applicants to apply for this job.

Our Recruitment Unit is doing everything they can to bring the numbers up, but they are swimming upstream.

Also, for those who are already on the property, I am asking for retention bonuses to be paid over a couple of years, to encourage officers not to leave.

We also have been meeting to see if we may be able to come up with a better schedule, to attract officers, and to give current officers some better family time, with hopefully part of some weekends.

I have also put two teams out in divisions on 2:00pm-10:00pm to help with backing officers up, this is done 3-4 days per week depending on schedules here at the FOP every little bit helps.

Not sure what/if any these proposals will come through, but we cannot do nothing.

For now, do the best you can, and most importantly be safe.

Everyone goes home at night.

John J. McNesby, President 4

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Phila. Emerald Society............... 72 AT&T FirstNet ........................74-75 Monster Shredder..................... 49 Pizza Uno .................................. 22 Curley’s Pub.............................. 98 Bonks Bar & Crabhouse.............102 Showboat AC ............................103 Cardinal Point Security Group ...100 Michael Cooney, Book............... 98 POLICE PLAQUES, ETC Berbin Insignia .......................... 62 Joe Long Awards ....................... 97

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Letters to the President . . .

JOHN McNESBY President

Vice Presidents ROOSEVELT L. POPLAR, JR. JOHN McGRODY STEVEN J. WEILER NICHOLAS DeNOFA Recording Secretary JOHN HOYT Financial Secretary MICHAEL TRASK Treasurer WILLIE SIERRA

Trustees TERRY REID JOHN McLAUGHLIN MYRNA RIVERA JAMES CROWN YVETTE CLARK Conductor SHARON JONAS

Guards PETER SWERYDA JOSE DONES

Chaplain LOU CAMPIONE In Memorium, JOE CELLA

NAZARETH ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL May 23, 2022 Dear Mr. McNesby: On behalf of the Nazareth Academy High School community, I thank you for your gift of $2,000.00 for the Panda Golf Classic foursome. Through your support, Nazareth Academy High School continues its mission of supporting the school community in its pursuit of educational excellence. You are entitled to 4 golfers with a fair market value of $360.00 per golfer.

At Nazareth Academy High School, we live our mission each day through our caring, family atmosphere. Embracing faith, family, and education, we challenge each student to attain her full potential academically, spiritually, and personally. While focusing on service to God and community, Nazareth Academy High School provides a rigorous academic curriculum and varied extracurricular activities that inspire each student to achieve academic excellence and become a life-long learner in a global society.

Again, thank you for your generous gift to Nazareth Academy High School.

Looking forward to a great event!

Sincerely, Denise LePera President ~~~ MONTGOMERY COUNTY DETECTIVES ASSOCIATION 40 East Main Street / Norristown, PA 19401 August 10, 2022 Philadelphia FOP Lodge 5 President John McNesby Vice President Steve Weiler

Dear John and Steve, On behalf of the Montgomery County Hero Fund and Montgomery County Detectives Association (MCDA), I want to personally thank you and FOP Lodge 5 for your Music Sponsorship, along with your continued participation in the Annual Montgomery County Detectives Association Golf Classic. At the dinner this year we were able to present the Montgomery County Hero Fund with a $5,000.00 check.

As you know, the Hero Fund provides immediate and ongoing relief and services to any Law Enforcement Officer, Military Personnel, Firemen, Paramedics and/or First Responders, or their loved ones, as a result of tragedy on duty in, or in service of the people of, Montgomery County.

In addition to this contribution, MCDA actively seeks to identify worthwhile organizations and individuals having 9

Letters to the President . . .

legitimate needs for assistance.

Thank you again for your continued participation and support.

Fraternally, Michael J. Reynolds MCDA Golf Committee Chairman 610-636-3796 ~~~ OFFICER DANIEL BOYLE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Dear John, I wish to extend my sincere thanks for your contribution to the Officer Daniel Boyle Scholarship Fund. We are now beginning our 32nd year, giving students from disadvantaged families the education they deserve and need for their futures.

Even with all the Covid restrictions we were able to donate close to $60,000.00 in tuition assistance to those less fortunate for the 2021-2022 school years, we hope to do as well or better this year. The total number of students helped since we began in 1991 is over 1100. The total amount of scholarships presented is over $900,000.00 I am pleased to report to you that all of these students have exceeded expectations.

Once again, I thank you for your partnership in the Officer Daniel Boyle Scholarship Fund and hope you will continue your interest in the future of our young students, for their future, is our hope for greater tomorrows.

Sincerly, Patrick Boyle, President Officer Daniel Boyle Scholarship Fund ~~ BENSALEM TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT ~ Protect with honor, Serve with pride ~ July 11, 2022

Dear John, On behalf of the Bensalem Township Police Department and the Richardson Family, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you and the members of Lodge #5 for your generous donation to the "Rally Around the Richardsons" fundraiser in memory of Deputy Director Dave Richardson.

As you know, Dave left behind a wife and two

daughters. Your support is greatly appreciated and will certainly help Dave's family.

You truly made a difference, and we are extremely grateful.

Sincerely, William Mc Vey. Director of Public Safety Bensalem Township Police Department ~~~ NATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE John, Thank you for the kindness shown to me in Erie. I very much admire and appreciate your leadership and I stand ready to assist you in any way I can.

Pat Yoes National President ~~~ PENNSYLVANIA STATE FOP John & Executive Board, Thank you very much for the arrangement sent to my house following our election.

I appreciate your support along with all the members of Lodge 5.

Enjoy Myrter Beach!

Joe ~~~ BUCKS UNITED September 10, 2022 Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5 11630 Caroline Rd Philadelphia PA 19154-2110

Dear John, Thank you for supporting us through your recent donation with your participation in our golf outing at Jericho National Golf Club. We appreciate your generosity and are grateful for your help in our efforts to continue representing the people of Bucks County.

It is only through friends like you that we are able to continue to get our message out. Again, thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you soon.

With warmest regards, Diane Ellis Marseglia Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie Bucks County Commissioner

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Letters to the President . . .

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTAMENT HEADQUARTERS

August 5, 2022 Dear Mr. McNesby, I'm writing this correspondence to inform you and Lodge #5 of an exceptional community event held within the 16th Police District on July 30, 2022. The event was directly organized by personnel from the 16th Police District and hosted at the West Mill Creek Recreation Center. The Splash Blast community event was organized after my School Resource Officer discovered there was a need for swimwear for community children. After, learning of this issue, Officer Seawright communicated directly with me to determine if more can be done. Shortly, thereafter the 16th District in conjunction with our Police District Adversary Counsel lobbied our community partners and were successful in raising over 200 swimsuits for boys and girls ages 4-15 years old. In addition, during the event the children enjoyed pretzels and water ice. Moreover, many of the children immediately took advantage of their newly obtained swimwear and participated in the swimming activities on the event day. This event was a groundbreaking event for the Philadelphia Police Department.

Captain Chanta Herder Commanding Officer 16th Police District ~~~

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Letters to the President . . .

Dear Mr. McNesby and the Scholarship Committee, Thank you so much for my 2022 Scholarship Award. I am looking forward to attending Tulane University and the scholarship money is extremely helpful in defraying costs. Thank you for your generous gift.

Sincerely, Carolyn Walsh ~~~ John McNesby, It’s hard to put into words how greatful I am. I only hope you kow just how much I mean when I say thank you for everything.

Your kindness was very much appreciated.

Thank you, Elsie ~~~ Dear John & the FOP, Thank you and your team for your generous donation for Butch’s benefit.

Sorry you couldn’t make it, hopefully we will stop down at the FOP to see you soon.

Love, Karen & Butch ~~~ Members of the FOP, I want to thank everyone for the special treatment that you gave my husband Joe. The respect he was shown was wonderful. He would have been pleased and a little embarrassed at the attention!

He was and always will be a proud police officer!

He held a special place in his heart for his brothers in blue!

My heart remembers special people like all of you. Thank you so much!

Mary Brooks ~~~ Dear John and FOP, We thank you very much for your condolences with the passing of our dad. The Bible Chaplain Lou Campione presented to us is beautiful. The mass card of perpetual enrollment is much appreciated.

Also, the graveside service touched our hearts.

Our family looks forward to the Memorial Mass in November at the Cathedral of Saint Peter’s and Paul.

Sincerely, The McCarthy Family ~~~

Fraternal Order of Police, I want to thank you for the beautiful bible you presented to me at the funeral of my husband William H. Krause, also the presence of the Honor Guard was very much appreciated. I want to thank everyone for all their help.

Sincerely, Phyllis Krause and Family ~~~ Dear John & FOP, Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair, or sent a funeral spray, if so we saw it there.

Perhaps you spoke the kindest word, than anyone could say. Just the thought of us that day whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much.

The Family of Moses Jose Sadler ~~~ September 26, 2022

Dear John McNesby and FOP; I wanted to take a moment and express my gratitude and thanks to you and the Fraternal Order of Police for the outpouring of love and honor towards my son Fr. Steven.

I'm grateful to the officers of the 15th district who volunteered their time to stay with Steve at the hospital and to remain vigil at the funeral parlor while he lay in state and to the highway patrol officers Brian, Nick and the patrol unit for escorting Steve from the hospital to the funeral parlor and for escorting Steve to the funeral mass, services and burial in Maryland.

The outpouring of support and love for Steve in honoring him in so many ways was beautiful and your kindness for all that you have done with taking care of us while we were at the hospital and hotel, the bible gift to the family, the beautiful plaque ceremony and dinner, the beautiful roses for my birthday and all the support you've given my family. I'm grateful for everything that you and the FOP have done in honoring Steve.

I was blessed to be a witness for my son who lived an extraordinary, blessed life in touching so many lives, thank you for honoring him in every way.

Kindest regards, Caroline Wetzel

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VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF OF STAFF’S MESSAGE

BY ROOSEVELT POPLAR

As the chaos in the city continues to mount up throughout the year, it always seems to be the common theme of pointing the finger right at law enforcement. When are these people going to wake up and realize that the police are only one part of the city that makes up a very few.

Thinking about the times when you were allowed to do your job without the media making the rules for the law makers and you not having to look over your back or have so many policies in place to deter you from helping the people that rely on you daily.

Folks, those times are long gone, and we will never see them again, its time to accept what you have to work with and do your best.

I never thought I would see or hear the chief charging official of the city blame the Police for him letting criminals out of jail, not the first-time offenders, but the career criminals who terrorize their own communities and neighborhoods.

Everyone looks for an out when they don’t want to stand up and accept responsibilities for their own direct actions. Police were blamed for being out hurt and not showing up for court cases that was obviously not going to be prosecuted, because of the so call crime reform. The communities want to feel protected, by knowing the thugs out there will not be released on bail, and back the next day finishing what they started.

At least the criminals of the past had rules of the game. No women, children, and elderly were touched. Now they are just casualties of war from the same people arrested on Monday and back in the streets on Wednesday. The only relief the neighborhoods get, are the time it takes to process half of them, and then back to the street, thanks to the new crime reform and bail requirements. No one goes in there and fight for the victims or their families. The people that have the power to do that, only fight for an officer to be held on no bail or high bail. No matter what the circumstances are.

Illegal or not, having him impeached will at least bring this rhetoric to light, and hope-

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fully open the eyes of the people in the communities that elected him to office. The citizens of this city needs to see the truth about what evil they have put in that seat. Most of them don’t see it until they become a victim and realizes he does not care about them or their loved ones. He has no respect for the people of this city and loves to shift the blame to someone else, who has no control over his actions.

This is the sad reality of one part of the socalled leadership in this city. Words cannot express the disappointment and sadness I feel, just watching the news daily.

With the end of the year winding down, and the changes in the Police Depart and City Council, we can only hope things can get better.

I’m going on a year as the elected pension board trustee, and I can honestly say it has been very challenging. Ron Stagliano has been by my side the whole time, and I can’t thank him enough for being there for me. I’m still learning and find it very interesting to see all the components and pieces it takes to get the job done. I can honestly say, the people and staff at the pension board works very hard to get our members situated and ready for retirement. The key is getting there, after personnel and finance do what they need to do to complete the process. We still have people out from work, and a lack of manpower to fill the rolls of the people processing. The city has been able to fill the vacant spots that has hurt the process al around for everyone.

My advice to all of you is to try and keep your cool and patience. We can’t control the other departments in the city, we can only plead with them and hope we can get a better outcome for the next person. You get more bees with honey rather than vinegar.

I hope all of you stay safe and well, until next time.

Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future, and you must believe your past is not your future……

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VICE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

BY JOHN MCGRODY

It has long been the mantra of the PPD that patrol is the most important function and is the backbone of the department. This article will concentrate solely on the street cops. That is, the men and women on the front lines in the districts doing the most difficult job in the world against all odds. The street cop is out there with no backing from the Mayor’s Office and our criminal-loving DA. Unfortunately, there has been very little backing from Departmental Leadership and there has been silence from the department regarding the good and decent work being performed by our cops.

There is a severe shortage of manpower on the streets. Districts are running with 2, 3 and 4 cops at roll call. Radio is continually broadcasting priorities with zero car availability and multiple jobs pending. The district cops are running from job to job and cops routinely resume from lesser priority calls to respond to priorities and shootings.

Squads report on already behind the eight ball with dozens of calls pending. This occurs on a daily basis on every tour and in every part of the city.

The low manpower is further complicated by illogical deployment practices with cops stuck sitting on a fixed post or contained to a grid. Cops will tell you these deployment practices don’t work and likely lead to more crime.

The plight of the street cop is made worse by PPD leadership questioning the street cops every move and every action.

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there are more folks in the PPD tasked with reviewing the work of the street cops than there are actual cops working a district. This needs to stop.

We have a unit at IAD that sole task is to review BWC footage, and we have another unit that reviews ped stops and car stops. We have commanders who sit at computers and track the location of the very few cars and wagons that are actually out there working.

When a shooting occurs, the cops respond to the scene. Most times, they rush the victim to the hospital. Our command staff then kicks into gear and starts getting a rundown on where our cops were when the shooting occurred and who was doing what.

The command staff basically reviews what the few cops on the street were doing when the shooting occurred. There have actually been investigations ordered into the whereabouts of police officers when criminals decided to commit crimes. This is asinine and needs to stop.

Failed progressive policies have led to a huge increase in violent crime. This coincides with progressive attacks on police officers via defunding and undue criticism. Our departmental leadership should not contribute to this by further harassing and demeaning street cops.

It is time for political leaders and elected officials to support the good and decent folks in our city by fighting crime and supporting our police officers. It is well past time for the command staff to cease the harassment, second-guessing and criticism of our street cops. What the Hell, the PPD could even highlight the brave and heroic work the district cops do on a daily basis.

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Treasurer’s Report

BY WILLIE SIERRA

First & foremost, I like to thank the FOP – Lodge 5’s membership for your continued trust and confidence in “Team McNesby.”

THANK YOU! It has been a pleasure serving you. Although we continue to face numerous challenges, with we are up for the task.

MUCHAS GRACIAS! I also like to extend my congratulations to Deputy Commissioners John M. Stanford, Krista C. Dahl-Campbell, & Frank J. Vanore on their recent promotions. I look forward to establishing working relationships with all of you, especially when it comes to our ONEPHILLY payroll system.

With that said, despite the fact, there is a ONEPHILLY settlement in place; our attorneys are sorting out some kinks in order to set up the new procedure. Lodge 5 still receives complaints regarding payroll, so the sooner the better. We will keep you posted.

By no means, am I a financial guru, but during these economic uncertainties, my advice, do not panic. We have been here before.

Set some new goals, refocus your budget, and pay down your debt. You may want to consult with a financial adviser to tweak your retirement contributions.

As I mentioned in my previous article, unpaid membership dues continue to be troublesome. Any member who owes back dues is “NOT” a member in “Good Standing!” For those members who have forgotten or misunderstood, I remind you, if removed from pay26

roll for whatever reason (excluding Military Leave of Absences) you are still personally responsible to pay your dues that are in arrears.

Please do not ignore those monthly invoices mailed to you.

Also, as a reminder to members who are on the verge of retirement. If you wish to maintain your FOP – Lodge 5 membership do not forget to sign and submit the yellow card for your Pension Dues. Not surprisingly, some are reporting the City, nor the PPD are asking you to sign it, thereby making you a potential non-member of the FOP. Any questions regarding the above, please feel free to contact me directly at 215-6293627. For payment of dues in arrears contact Andrea Mruk at 215-629-3612 and she will assist you.

While at it, please update your personal contact information, such as, cell phone numbers, home addresses, and insurances beneficiaries. Too many officers forget to change their beneficiaries, which creates some very uncomfortable scenarios between spouses, family members, and friends.

In closing, I hope everyone enjoys the fall season. Stay Safe, Stay Healthy, and Stay Strong!

Fraternally, Willie Sierra wsierra@fop5.org 215-629-3627

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Retired, or near retirement? We at the Retired Police, Fire, Prison guards (Correction Officer) & Sheriff Association welcome you to join the thousands of other retired & associate membership members who meet 10 times yearly.

We publish our newspaper (The Shield) three times yearly that includes various news items & events.

We partnership with Philadelphia's F.O.P. Lodge #5 & participate in the following yearly events.

Yearly scheduled Association events & meetings Jan. Feb.

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Returning to work after the injury has healed is imperative. If you can work in a limited duty capacity before returning to full duty, please do so. This system is a work in progress although the City of Philadelphia Department of Risk ManageAs gun violence continues to surge out of ment would like to take it away; it’s our control in Philadelphia, I want to take a few duty not to abuse it. moments to talk about the reality of workAn update on adding providers to the ing and patrolling the city streets. The sad Heart and Lung program. We are working reality is that if you’re an aggressive police with several providers with the intention on officer, you are likely to get injured on duty. adding them to the list. Unfortunately, it’s If that occurs, please report it immediately. a lengthy and complicated (albeit necesAny minor delay in reporting your injury sary) process to get qualified providers. It could result your claim being denied. Once in my intention to update our members your claim is denied, we will have to go when new providers are added via the FOP down a long road of litigation to have it rec- website. ognized by the City. If you have any probIn closing, I would like to congratulate lems navigating the various disability systems, please contact myself or Joe the newest additions to the City of PhiladelSchrank as we are here to answer all of phia Police Department Executive team: your questions. Although the Safety office Deputy Commissioner John Stanford, personnel are there to assist you with pa- Deputy Commissioner Krista Dahl-Campperwork, they are employees of the City. bell and Deputy Commissioner Frank Please contact us with your questions. Vanore. The FOP looks forward to working Above all else, report all work-related in- with you. juries regardless of how minor. Please take Fraternally yours, your time and be as descriptive as possible Terry Reid, in how your injury occurred when you are Disability Cordinator/Trustee writing your injury report. The initial injury report will be referred back to in all fu34

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WILLIAM DOUGHERTY William Dougherty affectionately known as Billy Doc to all that know him. Billy is the proud owner of “Billy Doc’s Diner” located at 4056 H Street, here in Philadelphia.

During a time when civil unrest was high and Covid-19 was rampant, many businesses in the private industry were struggling; trying to navigate and figure out how to keep their doors open so their own employees could be paid. But Billy Doc……., he also thought about the men and women in blue.

Billy saw the officers on the street working long hours facing very dangerous and difficult issues, with little to no availability for breaks or refreshments. He then reached out to Lodge 5 volunteering his services to feed our officers at minimal cost. Sometimes at no cost at all.

Billy, on behalf of the men and women of the Philadelphia Police Department, we want to show our appreciation to you, your family and your employees for your generosity and support during a very difficult time.

civil unrest and lawlessness. Cops were working hours on end with no breaks or place to take a rest at times.

Steven Osiecki and Marvin Vargas, a broker and realtor of Remax Access located at 100 Spring Garden Street graciously opened their office despite being scheduled to closed to allow Officers to their facility. The officers were allowed to use the restroom, each lunch and simply rest if needed.

Steve and Marvin, we sincerely appreciate your hospitality and unwavering support you’ve extended to the men an women of the Philadelphia Police Department during their time of need!

RALPH TETI RICK POULSON Ralph Teti and Rick Poulson are the attorneys who fight for our rights in collective bargaining and ensure the city adheres to our contract. At a time when there is open hostility in society toward police officers, they have stood up and defended our membership. In the toughest contract fight in years, Ralph and Rick were able to obtain 9.5 % raises and maintained our superior medical coverage and pensions.

They also achieved parental leave for our members and their families. In addition to working hand-in-hand with John McNesby and the FOP Leadership, they are also litigating various lawsuits against the city, the District Attorney and City Council to protect our FOP Members. The working men and women of the FOP and their families are fortunate to have dedicated and experienced attorneys Ralph Teti and Rick Poulson and their legal team at Willig Williams & DavidSTEVEN OSIECKI son standing behind us. We thank them for always having MARVIN VARGAS During the summer of 2020 our city was plagued with our backs.

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2nd DISTRICT P/O Sammy Sanchez #9671 P/O Joseph Basciano #1114 On August 15th, Officers Sanchez and Basciano responded to the 5300 block of Howland Street for a male armed with a gun. As the officers arrived on location, a witness stated the male was threatening to kill himself and is known to have several firearms inside.

When the officers approached, the front door was open and the complainant was inside screaming obscenities. The complainant was yelling that he wanted the police to kill him and that he didn’t want to live anymore. The officers quickly took up tactical positions and attempted to establish a rapport with the complainant. The complainant continued to antagonize and curse at the officers, stating that he wasn’t going anywhere and that they were going to have to kill him.

The complainant started to pace back and forth and was getting more and more agitated as time went on, begging the officers to just kill him already. Unsure if the male was armed with a gun or had firearms in close proximity, the officers continued to try to deescalate the situation as they continued to hold their tactical positions.

Through patience and a calm demeanor, the officers were finally able to convince the male to exit the property and surrender to police unharmed. The complainant was transported to a medical facility for treatment. A subsequent search of the property yielded the seizure of four (4) handguns and a shotgun.

Nicely done!

2ND DISTRICT P/O Arthur Jones #1756 P/O James Taylor #9916 On August 11th, a female operating a Mazda was carjacked point of gun in the area of 5700 Howard St. The description of the vehicle was broadcast citywide over police radio. A few hours later the complainant spotted the male who carjacked her operating her vehicle in the area of Colgate and Cheltenham Ave. The complainant notified 911 and Officers Jones and Taylor responded to the area.

The officers vigorously search of the area and located the vehicle. The officers stopped the vehicle and conducted a felony vehicle investigation. The offender was positively identified and taken into custody. Recovered was a firearm, further investigation revealed the fire was stolen.

These officers were able to take a dangerous individual and a stolen firearm off the streets of Philadelphia.

2ND DISTRICT Lt. Marc Rutizer Sgt. Nicholas Cione P/O Brian Williams P/O Anquistcar Topf On August 14th, Lieutenantt Rutizer was flagged down in

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the 6300 block of Revere St. by a woman who was holding an infant. The woman was screaming “My baby’s not breathing”. The Lieutenant quickly assessed the infant and observed that the child was not breathing turned blue. He immediately notified radio and began CPR. Officer Williams arrived on scene and took over the CPR. At this time Sergeant Cione arrived on location and the decision was made to have the infant immediately transported to St. Christopher’s Hospital. Officer Topf who was also on location, tried calming the mother down and put her in front seat of the patrol car, while Sergeant. Cione and Officer Williams were in the back continuing CPR on the infant.

Eventually, Sergeant Cione and Officer Williams were able to remove an obstruction from the infant’s airway which allowed the infant to began breathing his own. The officers then arrived at the hospital where the infant was able to receive further treatment.

5TH DISTRICT Sgt Andre Simpson # 492 P/O John Mulqueeney # 9844

various pathways for miles. When they located the hiker, she was off the trail in the woods. Curled up in a ball and shaking uncontrollably. It appeared she was in shock. Her injuries had caused her to become immobile.

The Officers successfully directed medics to the location.

The complaint was then carried out to the medic unit where she was transported to Einstein Trauma Center.

Without hesitation armed with their training and personal knowledge both Officers were able to successfully rescue the complainant.

Both officers are considering moonlighting as Park Rangers!

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Excellent work Officers!

7TH DISTRICT P/O John Dougherty #9881 P/O Ismael Vasquez #6082

On Friday, August 21st at approximately 8:30pm, Officers Mulqueeney and Sgt Simpson responded to the Wissahickon section of Fairmont Park for an injured female hiker just of the yellow trail. While hiking in the afternoon the complainant fell hitting her head and was knocked unconscious for hours. Hours later when she regained consciousness, she was able to call 911 and relayed to them what trail she was on but could not provide much more information.

Officers Mulqueeney and Sgt Simpson are very familiar with the trails in this section of Wissahickon Park. Due to this they were able to navigate in the dark. Using their flashlights and with their personal knowledge they mapped out a search area navigating uneven grounds, steep slopes and

On May 7th Officers Dougherty and Vasquez were patrolling in the area of 11000 Roosevelt Blvd when they were flagged down by a female. The female directed to the officers to a gray vehicle occupied by an unresponsive male.

The officers found the male in the driver’s seat. They gave the male verbal command to which he did not respond. Officer Vasquez opened the door and realized the make was having a medical emergency. With the help of Officer Dougherty, they got the male out of the car, notified rescue, and began CPR. After performing CPR for a few minutes, the male regained consciousness. Medics arrived on location and transported the male to the hospital.

Due to their quick response and their training, these officers saved the man’s life.

Excellent work officers!

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9TH DISTRICT P/O Artur Bukowski #1659 P/O Steven Moffit #7022 P/O Omar Torres #4236

12TH DISTRICT P/O Shadel Sullivan P/O Timothy Kirby

On August 21, Officers Bukowski, Moffit, and Torres responded to 1900 block of Mount Vernon Street for a person screaming. Upon arrival, the officers heard a female screaming from the second floor apartment. When the officers knocked and announced their arrival at the apartment; they heard a man scream through the door, “I didn’t call the police! Go away!”. The officers requested to see the woman.

The man refused. The officers then heard a child crying inside the apartment.

Believing the woman and her child were in danger, the officers breached the door. As the officers entered the apartment the man snatched the child from the woman and held the child in a bear hug refusing to let the child go; stating he was going to kill himself and the child if the officers didn’t leave.

The officers attempted to deescalate the situation, but he refused to let the child go. Fearing for the baby, the officers quickly grabbed man and removed the child from his grasp.

After a brief struggle, the officers were able to secure the male and return the baby her mother. A search of the male revealed, he had a knife in a sheath strapped to his forearm.

It was later revealed the male suffered from mental illness and has become increasing combative during his episodes.

The male was transported to a mental health facility for treatment.

Great Job!

On July 1st, at approximately 10:00pm, Officers Sullivan and Kirby were working an overtime detail, in the area of 7000 Dicks Ave. due to the increase of gun violence. While patrolling the area, the officers both observed a male riding a bicycle on the sidewalk. Because there are marked bike lanes in this area and the officers were aware of several shooting incidents committed by offenders on bicycles, the officers decided to talk to the male. To their surprise the male engaged them in conversation stating he had narcotics on him.

When the officers attempted to pat him down, he attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended. As the officers were trying to secure him, he began to resist. This is when Officer Sullivan felt a firearm in is his waistband and verbally warned his partner. Officer Kirby deployed his taser incapacitating the male allowing the officers to gain control and take him into custody. Incident to arrest the officers recovered a loaded 9mm semi-automatic firearm and narcotics.

The officers performed an intelligent and important act of police service and because of their alertness and quick action, they are a positive reflection on the entire police department.

Job well done!

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12TH DISTRICT P/O Miquel Hernandez P/O David Cartagena On May 9th, Officers Hernandez and Cartagena were on patrol in the area of 66th St and Elmwood Ave. The officers heard gunshots in the area of 6500 Elmwood Ave. and could see a male laying in the middle of the street. As they approached, they saw a male walking away that was armed with a firearm. They quickly exited their vehicle, engaged the male and commanded him to stop and drop his weapon.

The male, upon seeing the officers immediately surrendered without further incident and was quickly secured by the officers.

The officers went to render first aid to the victim, when they noticed that he had suffered a gunshot wound to the head.

Shortly after, the Officers discovered that there was an additional male shot in a restaurant on the same block. This male also suffered gunshot wounds to the head and body.

Unfortunately, due to the severity of their injuries, medics pronounced both males dead at the scene. Subsequently, the defendant was arrested and transported to the homicide unit and all evidence was recovered by the investigators.

Excellent Job

12TH DISTRICT P/O Michael Navedo P/O Hugo Lemos On April 30th, Officer Lemos responded to a fight on the highway and a report of a stabbing and shooting in the 2000 block of Bonnaffon Street. Upon arrival the officer was approached by a complainant who informed them she was shot by a male on the block. The officer found a spent shell casing at the location and began to secure the front of the property.

Officer Navedo, arrived and took a position in the rear of the property. While in the rear, a 2nd floor window opened, and a female called out “BABE”. At which time, a male that had been hiding in a yard next door popped his head up and began to move to the rear door of the property. The male ignored the police command to stop and proceeded to go into the property. The officers securing the property gave chase inside and were able to apprehend the male. The male was subsequently identified as the shooter and arrested. The firearm used recovered.

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On May 30th Officers Diamond, Wagner and Little responded to a radio call for a strong arm robbery at Chew Avenue and Woodlawn Street. The officers received flash information from police radio which included a description of the offender, and that approximately $1000 had been taken from the complainant. While surveying the area the officers observed a male who fit the description given by radio in the area of Chew Avenue and Church Street. Officer Diamond attempted to stop the male for investigation however, he quickly fled on foot. Officer Diamon pursued the male with Officers Wagner and Little joining him in the chase. The three were able to quickly apprehend the suspect and place him into custody. The officers recovered a black backpack at the scene containing a large amount of cash and the complainant’s cell phone. Great Job!

15TH DISTRICT P/O Patrick Owens On March 13th, Officer Owens responded to the 7200 block of Ditman St. for a suicidal male. The male was reportedly locked inside the bathroom with a knife threatening to kill himself. Upon arrival the information received was confirmed by a relative. The 17 yrs old male had previously attempted suicide was recently released from the hospital.

Without hesitation, Officer Owens went inside the home and found a young man sitting on the bathroom floor with a 10inch long kitchen knife on his wrist. Officer Owens began talking to the young man, opening up a line of conversation, after a few minutes he was able to convince the young man to discard the knife into the tub. Officer Owens quickly secured him and him transported to Children’s Crisis Center for treatment.

Officer Owens tactically descalated a deadly situation preserving the life of a young man. The diligence and professionalism shown by this officer reflects positively on all

officers, and instills a sense of confidence in the department by the citizens of Philadelphia.

Outstanding Job!

15TH DISTRICT P/O Andrew Martin P/O Jeremy Tees On July 10th, Officers Martin and Tees responded to a radio call for a female who committed suicide. Upon arrival officers were met by a male who was screaming his wife was dead inside. The officers went into the home and found a female laying on the kitchen floor unresponsive. The officers checked for a pulse but could not feel one. However, they heard agonal gasp and observed vomit next to the female.

The officers turned the female onto her side, cleared the airway of all obstructions and immediately started 2 person CPR in hopes that she would continue breathing. They continued this for approximately 3 to 5 minutes until medics arrived. Medics arrived and transported the female to the hospital where she received acute life saving measures by the attending doctor. The Doctor stated the Officer’s immediate actions of CPR, helped preserve the life of the patient until medics arrived. Outstanding Job!

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17TH DISTRICT P/O Nordia Henry # 4390 P/O German LaBoy # 2153 On October 10th , Officers LaBoy and Henry were patrolling in the area of 3000 Dickinson Street, a high crime area with an extensive history of gun violence. They observed a 2000 Ford Explorer with heavy tint circling the block several times.

Armed with information from the Criminal Intelligence Unit that a retaliatory shooting may take place in the 17th District this vehicle caught their attention.

The Officers decided to stopp the vehicle to conduct an investigation. As they were approaching the vehicle they could see the vehicle was moving in a rocking motion left to right, an indicator that this was more than the ordinary movement of hands to retrieve paperwork. As they got closer, they could see was the rear driver-side passenger shoulders lower down, indicating to them something was afoot. When they approached the vehicle, they observed a total of 4 males inside, three of whom remained relatively calm.

The Officers attention was drawn to the driver side rear passenger. He was wide eyed, staring straight ahead, breathing heavy and sweating. Alert to the demeanour of this male along with their prior observations as they were approaching the vehicle, the officers asked the male to exit the vehicle.

After obtaining consent from the operator a visual safety frisk of the immediate area where the male was sitting resulted in the recovery of a firearm in the rear passenger side cup holder area.

Due to the positioning of the gun and its proximity to the male it was apparent that only he could have placed it there.

The male was arrested for VUFA violations. Further investigation revealed more than one of the occupants in the vehicle had been arrested for previous firearm violations.

Due to their keen observation skills the officers more than likely prevented a shooting incident from occurring.

19TH DISTRICT P/O Bently Woods On December 31st, Officer Woods was patrolling in the area of 1200 S. 53rd Street when he observed a silver Nissan Altima traveling northbound on the 1300 block of south 53rd with no head lights on. As the officer turned his vehicle around activating his lights and siren initiating a traffic stop, the operator of the vehicle immediately exited the vehicle and fled on foot.

With Officer Woods in pursuit, the operator of the vehicle fell. Officer Woods then observed him pulling out a silver handgun as he was getting up off the ground. The male pointed the handgun at officer Woods and continued to flee.

Approximately a half a block away, Officer Woods caught up with male, pushing him to the ground causing him to drop the firearm.

The male started fighting Officer Woods and refusing all commands as they continued to struggle. Officer Woods was unable to use his radio to call for assistance as it had become disabled during the struggle. P/O Woods yelled to a passer-by to call 911 for assistance. Upon the arrival of back up the male was taken into custody.

Recovered from the male who did not have a permit to carry was a 9mm Keltec loaded with six live rounds.

This was dangerous situation which quickly escalated to a potentiality deadly situation. This Officer did not give up! He fought a good fight and was able to get a gun off the streets of Philadelphia!

Great Job Officer Woods!

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the establishment. The officer was met by staff members who informed him that one of the patrons had dropped a black 9mm Smith and Wesson handgun on the floor. Officer Oliver recovered the handgun and engaged the offender in a foot pursuit as he fled the restaurant. Officer Oliver quickly caught up to the suspect in the area of Ella Street and Indiana Avenue and was able to place him in custody. P/O Oliver’s initiative and attention to the businesses on his beat resulted in the recovery of an illegal firearm a dangerous offender being removed from the street. Good work!

22nd District P/O Angel Ortiz P/O Joseph Marion On April 11th, Officers Ortiz and Marion, responded to a robbery in progress on the 2600 block of Germantown Ave. The officers received flash information about the offender and observed a male fitting the exact flash in the area of 5th and Lehigh Ave. The officers took a tactical position on the offender then commanded him to get on the ground.

With no resistance the offender complied. The officers were able to arrest him into custody without incident. Recovered from the offender was a 9mm firearm loaded with 13 live rounds and all the belongings taken from the complainant during the robbery. The offender was positively identified by the complaintant.

The Officers quick response combined with their strategic tactical approach, allowed them to arrest a dangerous suspect without making the headline.

P/O ANDREW OLIVER #3201 24TH DISTRICT On April 26th Officer Oliver was on patrol working in full uniform in a marked patrol car. At approximately 6:50 PM he stopped into Freddy and Tony’s restaurant located at Front Street and Indiana Avenue to conduct a security check on

P/O ROBERT HABERLE #1823 25TH DISTRICT On August 1st, Officer Haberle responded to a report of an explosion at 3028 N. 8th Street. The radio call gave a description of a male in a black hooded sweatshirt who just lit multiple vehicles on fire. While surveying Officer Haberle observed a male fitting the description carrying a gas can and crouching behind a parked vehicle. The officer observed the suspect discard the gas can and drop a metal object to the ground. As the male walked away he was stopped and detained by Officer Haberle. When he returned to the area where he observed the offender drop the items the officer recovered a mask, gloves, the gas can, and a loaded Walther PPX handgun. The fire marshal responded to the scene and declared the car fire an arson. All evidence was taken for processing including the handgun which was later revealed to be stolen.

Excellent work Officer!

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35th District P/O Kevin Gallagher #9383 P/O Heng Dang #4781 P/O Gloria Toledo #7062 P/O John Burns #7630 P/O Kyra Carter #6718 On December 13th off duty officers Gallagher and Dang were in the area of Broad and Godfrey when they observed a house fire. While on location two people that escaped the fire informed them that someone was still inside. Without hesitation, the two officers along with arriving back up officers Toledo, Burns, and Carter rushed into the burning residence.

Through the thick black smoke, the officers made their way to the 2nd floor where they could hear screaming. The officers kicked down a bedroom door and rescued a male victim. The officers were able to carry the male to safety. After exiting the burning house, the officers were all treated for smoke inhalation.

Without hesitation, these officers put themselves into harm’s way and were able to save a man’s life.

P/O MICHELLE HORNER #5124 39TH DISTRICT P/O BRIAN KEENAN #2850 39TH DISTRICT On July 3rd, while on routine patrol, Officers Horner and Keenan observed a red Hyundai Sonata traveling southbound at 2900 N. 24th Street with the passenger break light out. The officers conducted a BMV check which revealed that the vehicle was in stolen status. The officers activated their overhead lights and sirens and were able to pull the vehicle in question over. The occupants were placed into custody and recovered from one of them was a loaded Glock 34, 9mm handgun with laser site. Further investigation revealed that the handgun was in stolen status and that both offenders were vetted members of a violent street gang who had been the targets of a recent shooting incident. The suspects were charged with VUFA, theft and related offenses.

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served a male victim, holding his head in pain and pointing toward a suspect who was running away. The officers gave chase becoming engaged in a lengthy foot pursuit of the suspect, which eventually resulted in the suspect being taken into custody.

The victim informed the Officers he was walking on 5500 block of Arch st., when the suspect along with another male snuck up from behind, violently striking him on the head and took his phone. The victim positively identified the suspect as one of the two men that assaulted and robbed him. The victims phone was recovered and the suspect was arrested and charged with robbery, aggravated assault, theft and related offenses.

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EAST DETECTIVE DIVISION Det Kenneth Rossiter #9054 Det Daphne Smith #660 On March 18th Detectives Smith and Rossiter were assigned to a robbery which took place in the area of 900 Orianna St. Taken in the robbery were a cell phone and a vehicle. The vehicle was entered into the system in stolen status. A day later 26th District Officers located the vehicle and 3 males that fit the description of the robbers. RecovAIRPORT ered from one of the males was a key fob for a Jeep. DeP/O Pablo Seda #2076 tectives Rossiter and Smith responded to the location and P/O William Hinderliter #5828 recovered the vehicle. They also surveyed the area for On July 2nd Officer Seda responded to a radio call in the video footage and witnesses. The three males were also Short-Term Parking Garage for a male down on the highway. suspects in another robbery that occurred on the 1300 block Upon arrival P/O Seda observed an elderly male hanging of N. Marshall St. The detectives noticed the males were partially out of the driver’s side of a vehicle. P/O Seda wearing the same clothes as the Marshall St. robbery. quickly determined the male had no pulse nor was he Det Rossiter contacted a complainant of robbery that took breathing. The officer requested assistance from fire rescue place on the 900 block of N. Marshall St. The complainant as he placed the male on the ground and began to admin- informed the detective that her 2018 Jeep had been taken ister CPR. in the robbery. The vehicle had been totaled and sent to a P/O Hinderliter who was working in the area quickly re- salvage yard in York Haven, PA. The detectives took the sponded with an AED unit and immediately attached the de- key fob they recovered to York Haven to see if the fob would vice. P/O Seda continued to perform chest compressions start the vehicle, and it did! The detectives took video of the until he was nearly exhausted. The officers switched posi- key fob working on the vehicle, which closed out another robbery. tions after the AED advised that a shock was necessary.

While awaiting the arrival of medical personnel the AED ad- Through their thorough and meticulous investigation, these ministered approximately five shocks and both officers con- detectives closed out multiple robberies and put three crimtinued CPR protocol until the medics arrived on location and inals behind bars.

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CENTRAL DETECTIVE DIVISION Det Edward Keppol #8065 Det Ronald Palumbo #8117 On June 21st Detectives Keppol and Palumbo responded to the area of 2900 Ogden Street and Hahnemann Hospital for a founded robbery and shooting of a cab driver. From information gathered by the detectives, they were looking for two males responsible for the robbery and shooting. Taken in the robbery was a wallet and cell phone. Detectives found a witness that corroborated the witness’ story. The witness described the males as fleeing in a gray vehicle with heavy front-end damage.

The detectives learned a short time later that the complainant’s credit card was used at a grocery store. Video was retrieved from the store showing 2 males that matched the description from the robbery. After reviewing footage, one of the males was shown selling a cell phone to an employee as the other male used the complainant’s credit card at the ATM. This video was shown to the complainant and witness who positively identified both males.

On June 27th Detectives Keppol and Palumbo went back to the store to speak with the employee who had bought the cell phone. While they were in the area, they observed a gray vehicle with front end damage. The vehicle was stopped. The vehicle was held for a warrant. Later, the cell phone that was stolen in the robbery was recovered from the store employee.

All witnesses positively identified the males, and they were arrested for their crimes. One of the males gave a full confession.

Through their dedication and hard work, these detectives were able to use their investigative skills to bring the suspects to justice. Great Job!

SWAT Sgt James Godfrey #255 P/O Manus Cassidy #197 P/O John Rechner #3531 P/O William Stephan #3341 P/O William McDowell #7250 P/O Miguel Rivera #6797 P/O Sean Leatherberry #1466

On June 26th police were called to a residence for a male threatening suicide with a gun. Responding police officers declared a barricade and SWAT was notified.

SWAT quickly assembled a negotiation arrest team. They took a position of cover near the open door of the property in an attempt to establish communication with the male.

Swat officers observed the male inside the residence holding a gun to his head. Realizing the severity and mental state of the man, they did not want to escalate the situation.

So they decided not rush into the residence.

Officers Cassidy and Stephan began to negotiate with the male. After approximately 40 minutes, they convinced the male to put the gun down. Seeing an opportunity, rear containment officers were able to enter the home while the male was distracted by the negotiating officers. The Rear containment Officers Rechner and Rivera were able to stealthily position themselves between the man and where he laid the gun at. Once the rear team engaged the male, front containment officers entered the residence and helped detain the man.

Due to the alertness and tactical training of these officers an armed suicidal male was disarmed and taken into custody without injury. He was transported to a mental health facility for treatment.

The officers showed diligence, patience, and professionalism. Great job officers!

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Realizing a cell phone had been taken the officers immedi- Due to the officer’s quick response and diligence, the perately contacted the Real Time Crime Center who were able petrators were taken off the streets and all items were reto track the cell phone. The phone was tracked to the area covered for the complainants.

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Bereavement- We assist families on the loss of one of our F.O.P. members, contact Lou Campione at 215-823-9828 or Andrea Mruk at 215-629-3612. Louis.campione@phila.gov or andre@fop5.org

Bottles and Badges AA Support Group meetings are every Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge # 5, 11630 Caroline Road Philadelphia, Pa. 19154. Rob Lutz at 215-2398015.

external e.A.P. external employee Assistance is provided by Penn Behavioral Health. They are a part of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, combined with our Law Enforcement Health Benefits counseling network which is facilitated by Charlie Baker 267-350-5405, we have available 1,100 Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Counselors, and Social Workers @ 1-888-321-4433.

First Responder Addiction treatment (F.R.A.t.) program- Livengrin Foundation has been treating Philadelphia Police Officers since 1966. This program was designed and is run by one of our own Lodge 5 members. The staff of F.R.A.T. program are retired law enforcement who are counselors.

They can help with all addiction and mental health concerns. Both inpatient and outpatient needs are address with this program. Contact Livengrin at 215-638-5200 or Rob Lutz at 215-239-8015.

gambling treatment- Gambling addiction effects every facet of life. Compulsive gambling is an addiction which can be successfully treated, if you have the right help. Julian Katz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and is a member of C.P. Mirarchi Counseling Services. He can be reached at 856-904-7030 email Juliankatzpc@gmail.com. He has offices at 1526 Wolf St. Phila. Pa. Pa.19145.

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DIVINE INTERVENTION TIMES 2 Chaplains Corner by Lou Campione

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P/O Jack Bowen was shot in a bar hold radio call was for three suspicious males at up on March 24TH 1975 at 15TH Mellon ST. the bar and P/O Jack Bowen responded, “I fast forward 36 years to Monday, January took two steps in, and the shooter lowered 31ST 2011. Now retired P/O Jack Bowen the shotgun as soon as I cleared the door it walks into St. Luke’s Urgent Care in Jim took my legs out from under me. I went Thorpe Pa., retired Philadelphia P/O down onto the floor. I was lying on the floor, Charles “Chip” Burnett is sitting in the wait- completely conscious of everything that was ing room and observes now retired Philadel- going on around me. I watched as he raised phia P/O Jack Bowen walk into the waiting the shot gun a second time and shot me in room with his wife, Jack is wearing a Phillies the other hip as I fired my service revolver”. baseball cap which gets his attention. The The shooter was hit and went down to the two men strike up a conversation regarding floor, shot gun still in his hands. P/O the Phillies. Then Jack’s wife points out that Charles Chip Burnett a rookie at the time, Burnett is wearing a P/O Daniel Faulkner was a few blocks from the call he arrived pin on his cap. (P/O Daniel Faulkner was and realized he had to get Jack out of there shot and killed in line of duty on December before he bled to death. He recalls “I knew 9th 1981). Jack Burnett asks Charles there were three bad guys in there with guns “Chip” Burnett what was his relationship to and Jack needed help. I kind of crawled in, Danny Faulkner. Burnett responds he is a the first thing I did was look at the cigarette retired Philadelphia Police Officer, Bowen re- machine. There was the guy lying down on sponds so am I, Bowen asks where he the ground, eyes wide open with the shotworked and he responds the 6th district and gun.” The rookie officer began pulling on the Bowen responds I worked in the 9th. legs of the down officer pulling him out of Burnett trying to determine if there paths the line of fire, out of the bar onto a waiting had ever crossed asked when he retired, stretcher on the sidewalk.

Bowen responds “1975 I got shot and retired.” Burnett asks “where did the shooting happen, Bowen responds, at a bar 15th and Mellon Streets. Chip asks “What’s your name he responds Jack Bowen, Chip filled with excitement “I’m Chip Burnett the guy that dragged you out of the bar after you got shot!” Bowen filled with emotion has to go outside the building to compose himself, as all the other people in the waiting room are glued to the conversation.

The two had never formally met, other than divine intervention the night of the shooting they had no contact. The meeting shocked both men and everyone else in the waiting room.

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P/O Jack Bowen spent three months in the hospital, the shotgun blast caused him to lose one third of his intestines and severed his sciatic nerve. He returned limited duty for a year and was then retired on a service connected disability.

The rest of the story was both men retired to the Poconos and as a result of the second divine intervention in 2011, 36 years after their first divine intervention, the two men have become great friends. As Jack and Maryann Bowen’s son Derrick describes the divine intervention if P/O Charles “‘Chip” Burnett had not saved his father P/O Jack Bowen life on March 24th 1975 he would never have been born. A great story with a very happy ending.

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Auxiliary President’s Message...

by Donna Giulian, Lodge 5 Auxiliary, President

"Never Let Them Walk Alone"

Well, here we are the start of another season from 2022 with another season a memory.

The Auxiliary was fortunate to have some additional new members since our last edition. I am fortunate to be given the opportunity to visit with the new class of recruits on their first day at the Police Academy, to welcome them to the Blue Family as they embark on their Law Enforcement career. Some of our new members were family members from the last 2 classes 395 and 396 we have a grandmom, couple of wives, cousin, friends all a nice addition to our group.

National, Thank a Cop Day, is the 3rd Saturday in September each year. While we are thankful for our Police Officers every day this is one day set aside for the nation to say “Thank You” as a whole. Over the weekend of September 17th our members were out and about delivering bags of goodies including some crackers, snacks, packs of gum and lifesavers for our officers to enjoy, and know we appreciate them. Our members once again stepped up and completed the deliveries to ensure all districts received these goodies. Special thanks to Kristie Samarco and Erin Brosious for coming up with a nice label and arranging all the deliveries, nice job.

This is a busy time for our members as we are into the final count down for the Designer Bingo which is once again a sellout. On Sunday 10-2-22 you will have 300 supporters playing 12 games of bingo hoping to win that coveted designer bag. We are so fortunate and blessed to have such a following and once again have yet another sold out event. I

would be remiss if I did not mention the increase in Sponsors we had this year, which helps defray some of the cost to run such a successful event.

Once again, this year, our members will be helping The Philadelphia Police Foundation with their annual Run for the Blue event, over the weekend of 10-21-22 and the actual event day of 10-23-22. Our members love to help with this event as we get to meet and greet so many officers and police supporters who give their time to show their support.

The Foundation asked for volunteers and our members filled the times of need in minutes.

As their President, it makes me feel good with their willingness to volunteer.

When these events are over, we will rest up and continue with our monthly meetings while planning to host the Gift Wrapping events in the Fop 7c lounge. FOP members are invited to come to the Fop 7c lounge for a nice meal, drop off their Hanukkah or Christmas gifts to our members and we will wrap the items while you sit and enjoy a drink and meal in peace. The wrapping is free as a bonus for coming out to the 7C lounge. The dates have not been determined as of printing but please check the FOP website or the Auxiliary web site for more details.

Well, that about sums up our next few months. We hope that our Police Officers stay safe on the streets while protecting us. May St Michael the Archangel Protect every office on their tour of duty.

Donna Giulian President

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“Blessed are the Peace Makers for they shall inherit the earth.”

Peace Officer’s Memorial Death of Date

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Obituaries By: Lou Campione

The FOP, Lodge Five, dedicates this section of every issue of the “Peace Officer” to honor the brave men and women who have dedicated a good portion of their lives to the vigilant watch protecting the lambs from the lions. Once in a while someone sends a poem or writing that they feel is an appropriate expression of gratitude to our fraternal brothers and sisters who have passed away. Sometimes it is the work of the person who sends it or something they have read that moves even the hardest of souls. We encourage and welcome these submissions. To make it easy, please use the page following the obituaries to help us honor our brothers and sisters. Thank You!

RET. LT. JOSEPH W. WITTE DOB 2/06/1949 DOD 2/21/2021 APPT: 09/29/1969 Class 200 RET: 03/22/1996

Assignments: 6th, AID, Radio, 25th, EDD, Homicide, 15th, 16th.

Proud member of FOP Lodge 5 for 50 years.

Joe was married to Patricia Getty, Lt. Retired for 24 years. He has 2 daughters from a previous marriage, 5 grand children & one great grand, whom all loved their pop pop.

Joe was a 32 Degree Mason and Shriner.

As a P/O, Joe was assigned to the 6th & AID. Promoted to Corp., radio then the 25th. Detective was a trip upstairs to EDD, then Homicide.

Sgt saw him in the 15th, then 16th.

Another round in East as Lt, then back to homicide.

Upon his retirement from PPD, Joe was the executive director of the Pa Masonic Foundation for Children. They provided funding for the D.A.R. E. training across the state of Pa. His next undertaking was regional manager for Valhalla Corp.

He managed their numerous real estate holdings in the Philadelphia re-

gion Following Patricia’s retirement, they moved to New Port Richey Fl.,where Joe became the Director of Security for HSN. Joe was loved and respected by everyone he met. He was loving, kind, brilliant, funny, gregarious and possessed a sharp wit. He will be missed by all. Sorry it took so long to post this, but this tribute makes his death from covid the final chapter of a story that ended much too soon.

Patricia HECTOR ROSARIO DOB: 12/30/1947 DOD: 06/16/2022 RET: 2000 35th, 25th and 8th

Hector Rosario was born in a small section of Barceloneta, PR and at the age of 18 yrs he married 17 year old Minerva and had 4 children, one of which, Lillian Rosario, decided to follow in his footsteps, joined and retired from the Philadelphia Police force. Hector leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He had great opportunities in his life and was very proud of his years of service as a first responder. Hector served as a firefighter in Puerto Rico before moving 109

to Philadelphia where he served for 20 years as a Police Officer in the 35th, 25th, and 8th Districts. Hector was not a quiet soul and had a very strong presence. Our father lived life his way, no matter what, all the way to the end. He did not hold back his feelings about anything. He left his mark on this world and the people who knew him. We will hold him in our hearts forever!

JOSEPH R. REICHNER DOB:5/1/1931 DOD: 10/17/2021 RET: 08/20/1980

Joseph Reichner, 90 of Little Egg Harbor, NJ passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, October 17, 2021. Joseph was born and lived in Philadelphia, PA for many years before moving to Estalle Manor, NJ and eventurally Little Egg Harbor 20 years ago. Joseph Served Our Nation in the United States Navy and retired as a Philadelphia Police Sergeant. He was a communicant of St Theresa’s Church in Little Egg Harbor, and an avid Philadelphia sports fan and loved golfing, crossword puzzles, and spending time with his family.

Joseph was predeceased by his par-

ents Elmer and Mary Reichner, Son Joseph J. Reichner, brother Paul “Bud” Reichner and sisters Mary Helduser and Dolores Hollerbach.

He is survived by his loving wife Mary of 63 years, daughter Marybeth Davies and husband Keith of Hatboro, PA and Kris Haslam and husband Bryon of Little Egg Harbor, grandchildren Brian Haslam, Jacqueline Martin and Jessica Montoya, great-grandchildren Adaline Martin and Hudson Montoya and many neices and nephews.

ROBERT WILLIAM MURDOCH, JR. DOB: 02/23/1941 DOD: 05/19/2022 RET: 1992 ASSN: Highway

Robert William Murdoch, Jr, died on May 19, 2022, at the age of 81, in St. Petersburg, Fl. He was born in Philadelphia, PA, son of Helen Coady and Robert Wiliiam Murdoch, Sr. He attended Catholic schools from elementary through high school, and attended Temple University in Philadelphia. He was a Police Officer with the Philadelphia Police Department for 21 years, on the Highway Patrol and worked with the Attorney General’s Office for motorcycle gangs.

“Bob” retired to Florida in 1992 and became a retail manager of two Scotty’s Home Improvement Stores, then two Black & Decker outlet stores, one in Ellenton, FL and one in Commerce, GA, and then as sales associate for Woodcraft, in Clearwater, FL. “Bob” was a 32nd Degree Mason, Shriner, Stephen Minister,

class instructor for Woodcraft, a member and former officer of the Blue Knights Law Enforcement International Motorcycle Club, and a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and with the First Presbyterian Church, Cleveland, GA. He had a love of music, attended Woodstock, was a regular on American Bandstand, worked Security and was an extra in a Rocky movie as a Police Officer. He was a member of the Pass-a-Grille Beach Community Church (UCC), St. Pete Beach, FL, then First Presbyterian Church, Cleveland, GA, Presbyterian Men, and was a handyman around home and in his church. His hobbies included woodworking, wood turning, remodeling and building.

He is survived by his life partner of 24 years, Millicent “Penny” Murdoch, and a brother, Donald Murdoch (Sherlynn), Oakford, PA. He has three children, Roger Alan Murdoch-Thomson, FL; Elizabeth Ann Kalish (Joseph), GA; Robert W. Murdoch, III (Sandy), IN; and two step-daughters Kimberly Ciriello (David), GA; and Michelle McBride (James), FL. He has eight grandchildren, Crystal Davis, GA; Sellina, Roger, Kayla and Felicity, IN; Thomas “TC” Ciriello and Zachary Ciriello, GA; and Greyson McBride, FL. He also has fourteen greatgrandchildren in IN; a niece, Holly Hamilton and two nephews, Donald Murdoch, Jr., and Brian Murdoch, in PA; and a grand-daughter-in-love-tobe, Holleigh Bohannan, FL. A Celebration of Life will be held in Georgia at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Music Department of the First Presbyterian Church, 147 North Main Street, Cleveland, GA 30528.

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SALVATORE "SAL" SCARPATO DOB: 10-8-1946 DOD: 6-12-2022 RET: 6/19/1996 ASSN: 12th District, 1st District, Narcotics Field Unit, The United States Mint Salvatore "Sal" Scarpato passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Upon his discharge from the United States Army, Sal embarked on a memorable career in law enforcement. Sal was a dedicated twenty-eight year veteran of the Philadelphia Police Department serving in the 1st District, the 12th District and the Narcotics Filed Unit before retiring from the department in 1996. But his dedication to service didn't end there. Immediately upon retirement from the police department, Sal took a position as an officer at the United States Mint where he served until his retirement in 2010. His devotion to duty was only exceeded by his devotion to his loving wife Rita. And it was that devotion to his wife that ultimately hastened his retirement from law enforcement. His wife died in 2015.

Sal was not only one of the most unique cops that I ever met, but one of the most unique individuals as well. His knowledge of drug work was nearly encyclopedic. The way that he commanded respect from not only his peers, but from his supervisors, district attorneys and even private attorneys was inspiring to so many of us who were fortunate enough to have worked with him.

And then there was his personality.

He possessed a biting and acerbic wit that produced some of the quickest one liners and retorts that anyone ever heard before or are likely to ever witness again. They were so brilliant and so fast that they left one,

often the person on the receiving end, in sheer and utter wonder as to just how he was able to do it. And no one, regardless of rank, sex or race was immune from those verbal barbs. In short, you knew that he was coming for you sooner or later.

You just never knew when, exactly, that would be. And as if all of that weren't enough, he possessed an endless curiosity about all things relating to the history of the United States. And while he never pursued a collegiate academic career, he nevertheless possessed a knowledge of both history and life in general that rivaled, and often exceeded, anything that could be learned in the finest of universities.

Sal left an indelible mark on the careers of so many officers, both rookies and veterans, everywhere that he worked. I know that he left one on mine when we worked together in the Narcotics Unit more than thirty years ago. He was a friend, a teacher and, in my case in particular, a protector. If there were a Mount Rushmore for narcotics cops, Sal would certainly be a part of it. And if there were a Cooperstown or a Canton for that very same thing, Sal would unquestionably have been enshrined in his first year of eligibility.

I know that I speak for so many when I say that both my personal life and my professional life were made better because of Sal. Sal - all of us in the "Narcotics Filed Unit First Tuesday Dinosaur Club" will miss seeing you at our monthly lunches at the FOP as well as our frequent get togethers at Chickie's and Pete's. We will all miss your stories. The stories that were told over and over again.

And, despite that, they only seemed to get funnier each time they were told. We will all miss your passion and love for the Phillies. Your knowledge and love of baseball was

equal to your love of history. But, even more so, we will miss the bond that each of us shared with you. A bond that is like a metal that was forged in the fire of our collective experiences in this profession. But, unlike some metals, it is truly unbreakable. Sal understood that better than anyone. That bond is the yoke that joins all of us together in this profession - and that is both the promise and the pledge to always do the right thing, to always faithfully enforce the law and, above all, to always make certain that each of us fulfills the first rule of law enforcement - "Make sure when your shift is over, you go home alive." You did that for me. And for so many others as well.

Godspeed, my friend and rest easy. The duties of your next assignment include watching over us who are still fighting the war of good versus evil. And to help heal those of us who are, for better or worse, still dealing with the aftereffects of that same war.

Respectfully submitted, Friend and colleague John Gordon Gregory

DAVID BAKER DOB: 10/30/47 DOD: 7/20/22 APT: 2/14/77 RET; 10/1/12 ASSN: 14th, SW Det., Homicide David Baker of the Philadelphia Homicide Division (retired) passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at the age of 74. He had been fighting a health issue for the last several years.

Dave entered the Police Academy on Valentine's Day of 1977 and upon graduation was assigned to the 14th District on June 22, 1977. He worked in uniform in the 14th District for ten years and was also as111

signed to the plainclothes burglary detail.

Dave was promoted to Detective on September 21, 1987, badge 612, and was assigned to West Detectives at 55th and Pine streets. Dave worked at West for several years and was then assigned to the Homicide Division where he subsequently retired from the Police Department on October 1, 2012.

Dave worked nUrnerous investigations while in the Homicide Division and worked with many partners as he moved from squad to squad. I worked with Dave while we worked steady last out in 2010. It was a very busy year but Dave enjoyed working to solve even the most complex cases. Dave was a grumpy guy whose bark was worse than his bite.

Dave always spoke his mind and was quite blunt. While he could be called a curmudgeon, he was tenacious in every investigation assigned to him and often brought them to a successful conclusion.

While working Special Investigations in the Homicide Division with his partner Julie Hill both Detectives were featured in a French Film Documentary "Shooting on Mole Street" - years before the popular “The First 48" TV show in America.

Dave's devoted himself to his son, Mark, who entered Dave's life at a late age. Dave's demeanor would change in an instant as soon as his son's name was mentioned and he would break into a rare smile.

Dave's commitment to the Homicide investigations that he worked was only surpassed by his commitment and love for his son.

Dave will be missed by all the members of the Homicide Division.

Respectfully submitted, Detective Joseph Centeno #916 Homicide Division

RET P/O EDWARD F. MOORE #5257 APPT. NOVEMBER 1ST 1965 APPT. FAIRMOUNT PARK POLICE 92ND THEN PHILADELPHIA POLICE JULY 6TH 1972, ASSIGNED POLICE RADIO MAY 18TH 1974, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 13TH 1988, PASSED AWAY ON JANUARY 11TH 2022 AT AGE 72.

RETIRED DET. HARRY CURLEY #998 APPT. OCT. 1ST 1960 CLASS 151 ASSIGNED 17TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, CENTRAL DET. DIV., INTELL, RETIRED DECEMBER 20TH 1983, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1956-1959. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 1ST 2022.

RETI. DETECTIVE LIEUTENANT JOSEPH M SCHUCK APPT. PHILADELPHIA POLICE IAB June 29, 1954 RETIRED SEPT. 19,1975.

ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY WORLD WAR II. PASSED AWAY DECEMBER 22, 2021, AGE 92.

RETIRED P/O JOSEPH E. BROWN #1247 APPT. AUGUST 15TH 1966 CLASS 180 ASSIGNED 16TH, POLICE DETENTION UNIT, RETIRED MAY 31ST 1996.

PASSED AWAY ON MAY 26TH 2022.

RETIRED CPL. GILBERT EVANGELISTO #8138 APPT. MARCH 11TH 1963 CLASS 162 ASSIGNED 16TH, ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION DIVISION, RETIRED MARCH 11TH 1984. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 17TH 2022 AT AGE 83.

RETIRED P/O GILBERT F. MILBOURNE #5029 APPT. MAY 19TH 1958 CLASS 140 ASSIGNED 16TH RETIRED APRIL 30TH 1992, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY KOREAN WAR, COUSIN OF P/O TERRY TULL #1435 ASSIGNED CRIME SCENCE UNIT, AND MONNIE BEARD #5044 ASSIGNED 9TH, P/O GILBERT F. MILBOURNE PASSED AWAY ON MAY 20TH 2022.

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RETIRED P/O RICHARD SCHOENIGER #3434 APPT. SEPT. 13TH 1969 CLASS 196 ASSIGNED 22ND, RETIRED SEPT. 13TH 1988, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY, FATHER OF RETIRED P/O EDWARD SCHOENIGER #5109 LAST ASSIGNED TO EVIDENCE UNIT, GRANDFATHER OF P/O NICHOLAS SCHOENIGER #3047 ASSIGNED 35TH. RETIRED P/O RICHARD SCHOENIGER PASSED AWAY ON MAY 23RD 2022 AT AGE 87.

RETIRED P/O ROBERT W. MURDOCH JR. #9382 APPOINTED JANUARY 4TH 1971 CLASS 216, ASSIGNED 19TH, 14TH, RETIRED JUNE 29TH 1992, UNCLE OF P/O DONALD MURDOCH #7167 ASSIGNED TO SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS. RETIRED P/O ROBERT W. MURDOCH JR. #9382 PASSED AWAY ON MAY 19TH 2022 AT AGE 81.

P/O THOMAS MUNZ JR. #5128 APPOINTED SEPTEMBER 25TH 2017 CLASS 384. ASSIGNED 18TH AND 3RD. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 24TH 2022 AT AGE 27.

P/O RAY MILLER #6080 APPT. SEPT. 22ND 1986 CLASS 278, ASSIGNED 26TH, RECRUITMENT UNIT, RETIRED APRIL 1ST 2016 , ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY, PASSED AWAY ON MAY 29TH 2022 AT AGE 61.

RET. P/O JOHN S. CAMPELLONE #9504 APPT. MARCH 1ST 1971 CLASS 218, ASSIGNED 5TH, 7TH, 2ND, RET. MAY 31ST 1996, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY PASSED ON MAY 27TH AT AGE 73.

RETIRED P/O PAUL FREELS #9517 APPT. MARCH 1ST 1971 CLASS 218 ASSIGNED 4TH, FOOT TRAFFIC, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 30TH 2003, BROTHER OF RETIRED P/O STEPHEN FREELS #6414 LAST ASSIGNED FOOT TRAFFIC, P/O PAUL FREELS #9517 PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 3RD 2022 AT AGE 79.

RETIRED DET. RUSSELL MILLER APPT. JULY 7TH 1969 CLASS 198, ASSIGNED 39TH, ANTI CRIME TEAM II, NORTHWEST DET. DIV., RETIRED APRIL 11TH 1988. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY 1959-1961 AND 1964-1966. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 31ST 2022 AT AGE 81.

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RETIRED P/O JOSEPH P. PRYOR #3501 APPT. APRIL 2ND 1962 CLASS 155, ASSIGNED 3RD, RETIRED JULY 6TH 1988, SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1960-1962, ALSO SERVED AS TREASURER OF RETIRED POLICE, FIRE, CORRECTION OFFICER & SHERIFF ASSOCIATION OF PHILA,, FATHER OF FIRE FIGHTER MARK PRYOR BATTALION 5. RETIRED P/O JOSEPH P. PRYOR PASSED AWAY ON MAY 26TH 2022 AT AGE 83.

RETIRED P/O THOMAS MORRISSEY #5086 PPT. JAN. 28TH 1965 CLASS 168, ASSIGNED 18TH, POLICE RADIO, RETIRED JULY 7TH 1988, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY 1962-1964, PASSED AWAY ON MAY 13TH 2022 AT AGE 79.

P/O MELVILLE JONES #1151 APPOINTED JUNE 22ND 1998 CLASS 326, ASSIGNED 24TH, 35TH, COURT LIAISON UNIT, PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 2ND 2022 AT AGE 53. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY. RETIRED SGT. ANDREW LITTLE #8732 APPT. APRIL 23RD 1990 CLASS 289 ASSIGNED T.R.T., 16TH, FIREARMS IDENT., 9TH, 25TH, 18TH, 1ST, AIRPORT, RET. FEB. 20TH 2020, ALSO SERVED AS CHIEF OF POLICE FOR EAST PORT MAINE POLICE DEPT., FORMER HUSBAND OF P/O TANYA LITTLE #1197 PUBLIC AFFAIRS, UNCLE OF MINTA LITTLE, #1197 RESEARCH AND PLANNING AND CPL. LA'TONYA ROBINSON #8206 STRATEGIC PLANNING, BROTHER--IN-LAW OF RETIRED P/O SHEILA LITTLE #6878 LAST ASSIGNED 5TH. SGT. ANDREW LITTLE PASSED AWAY ON MAY 31ST 2022 AT AGE 60.

RETIRED LT. JOSEPH M. SCHUCK SR. #78 APPT. JUNE 29TH 1954 CLASS #171 ASSIGNED 2ND, 31ST, NORTHEAST DET. DIV., EAST DET. DIV., MAJOR INV., 25TH, INTERNAL SECURITY, POLICE ACADEMY, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 19TH 1975, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY WWII, FATHER OF RETIRED DECEASED P/O JOSEPH M. SCHUCK JR. #3727, LT. JOSEPH M. SCHUCK SR. PASSED AWAY ON DECEMBER 23RD 2021 AT AGE 92.

RETIRED P/O JOSEPH BLICKLEY #1240 APPT. SEPT. 25TH 1967 CLASS 186 ASSIGNED TASK FORCE, 23RD, HIGHWAY PATROL, 15TH MTD., 2ND, INFORMATION SYSTEM, D/C CRIME CTRL. STRATEGY, NARCOTICS, RETIRED JANUARY 31ST 2004, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 9TH 2022 AT AGE 73.

RETIRED DETECTIVE RICHARD A. GREEN #995 APPT. OCTOBER 1ST 1965 CLASS 173, ASSIGNED 19TH, NORTHWEST DETECTIVE, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 11TH 1990, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY VIETNAM. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 20TH 2022 AT AGE 76.

RETIRED P/O CLARE MCGILL #6585 THEN #2023 APPT. POLICE WOMAN MARCH 23RD 1967 ASSIGNED JUVENILE AID, THEN P/O ASSIGNED 5TH, DETENTION UNIT. RETIRED MAY 22ND 1985. PASSED AWAY ON MAY 30TH 2022 AT AGE 84 114

RETIRED P/O JULIAN C. WALKER #5442 APPT. NOVEMBER 9TH 1959 CLASS 137, ASSIGNED HIGHWAY PATROL, 24TH, RETIRED S/C DISABILITY JANUARY 15TH 1971, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY KOREAN WAR. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 12TH 2022 AT AGE 91.

RETIRED SGT. KENNETH NAGY #411 APPT. JANUARY 30TH 1956 CLASS 128 ASSIGNED 9TH, 19TH, 17TH, 1ST, 12TH, GARAGE, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 3RD 1982 ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 7TH 2022 AT AGE 93.

RETIRED P/O RONALD LEE #2365 APPT. JUNE 24TH 1985 CLASS 264 ASSIGNED 19TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, RETIRED FEBRUARY 4TH 2010.

PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 15TH 2022 AT AGE 70.

RETIRED P/O SALVATORE SCARPATO #3982 APPT. DECEMBER 23RD 1968 CLASS 193 ASSIGNED 12TH, 9TH, 1ST, NARCOTICS, RETIRED JUNE 19TH 1996, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY, UNCLE OF P/O FRANK KUBACH #2250 ASSIGNED MARINE UNIT, P/O SALVATORE SCARPATO PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 12TH 2022 AT AGE 75.

RETIRED C/I RICHARD BULLICK APPT. JANUARY 4TH 1971 CLASS 216 ASSIGNED 16TH, 19TH, 15TH, TRAFFIC, RADIO, 24TH, C.I.B., DETECTIVE HQ, J.A.D., MGNT REVIEW, GARAGE, TRAFFIC, SPECIAL PATROL, RETIRED NOVEMBER 27TH 2012, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY, FATHER OF CAPTAIN CHRISTOPHER

BULLICK #51 ASSIGNED NARCOTICS STRIKE FORCE, BROTHER OF SGT. THOMAS BULLICK #449 ASSIGNED TRAFFIC, UNCLE OF P/O THOMAS BULLICK #9496 ASSIGNED 24TH. C/I RICHARD BULLICK PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 19TH 2022 AT AGE 73.

RETIRED SGT. JAMES J. CURRY #562 APPT. DECEMBER 3RD 1973 CLASS 231 ASSIGNED 39TH, 24TH, 4TH, 2ND, 26TH, RETIRED JUNE 3RD 1994, PASSED AWAY ON MAY 3RD 2022 AT AGE 77.

RETIRED P/O JOHN HUGHES #6459 APPT. OCTOBER 4TH 1965 CLASS 172 ASSIGNED 25TH, JUVENILE AID DIVISION, RETIRED JUNE 5TH 1987, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 19TH 2022. AT AGE 85.

RETIRED P/O BRUCE PRICE #6338 APPT. OCTOBER 2ND 1972 CLASS 228 ASSIGNED 18TH, RETIRED JULY 28TH 1992. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 30TH 2022 AT AGE 71.

RETIRED P/O MARTIN J. BURKHARDT #6673 APPT. OCTOBER 6TH 1983, ASSIGNED 18TH, RETIRED OCTOBER 6TH 1983, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1961-1963. PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 22ND 2022 AT AGE 86.

RETIRED LT. WILLIAM KRAUSE #194 APPT. SEPTEMBER 19TH 1960 CLASS 150 ASSIGNED 6TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, 17TH, ACADEMY, STAKEOUT, SHOT IN LINE OF DUTY AUGUST 8TH 1978, (1ST MOVE), RETIRED MARCH 3RD, 1980. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY. PASSED AWAY ON JULY 3RD 2022 AT AGE 86.

P/O HENRY "HANK" GONSKI III #620 APPT. JANUARY 22ND 1996 CLASS 314 ASSIGNED AIRPORT, WAS ASSIGNED TO 26TH JULY 2ND 1996, ASSIGNED 1ST APRIL 5TH 2000, ASSIGNED AIRPORT JUNE 18TH 2007, SON OF RETIRED (DECEASED) P/O HENRY "HANK" GONSKI II #6209, NEPHEW OF RETIRED P/O FRANK GONSKI. P/O HENRY "HANK" GONSKI III #6209 PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 24TH 2022 AT AGE 50.

RETIRED P/O NICHOLAS ORIOLD #3561 APPT. SEPTEMBER 2ND 1969 CLASS 199 ASSIGNED 5TH, 2ND, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 20TH 1997, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY, PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 23RD 2022 AT AGE 83.

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RETIRED C/I CHARLES FARRELL APPT. APRIL 15TH 1957 CLASS 135 ASSIGNED 16TH, 18TH, 23RD, 15TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, HDQ., 23RD, 22ND, 14TH, C.I.B., 2ND, DET. HQ., S.P.D., N.P.D., N.W.P.D., W.P.D., N.E.P.D., SPECIAL INV., MGNT. REVIEW, RETIRED JANUARY 21ST 1999.

ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1954-1956, FATHER OF RETIRED DECEASED CPL. FRANCES FARRELL #8305, BROTHER OF RETIRED DECEASED LT. JAMES FARRELL #115. C/I CHARLES FARRELL PASSED AWAY ON JULY 14TH 2022 AT AGE 87.

RETIRED P/O THOMAS J. GIRALDI #6756 APPT. FEBRUARY 19TH 1974 CLASS 232 ASSIGNED 25TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, RETIRED FEBRUARY. 29TH 2004, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS. PASSED AWAY ON JULY 21ST 2022 AT AGE 76.

RETIRED LT. WILLIAM F. ERSKINE #184 APPT. PHILADELPHIA FIRE DEPT. JANUARY 8TH 1968 THEN APPT. PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPT. NOVEMBER 19TH 1973 CLASS 230 ASSIGNED 23RD, N.S.C.D., DETENTION UNIT, SANITATION LIAISON, 16TH, RETIRED AUGUST 19TH 1987. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1961-1963. PASSED AWAY ON JULY 21ST 2022 AT AGE 80.

RETIRED P/O WILLIAM O'NEILL #5710 APPT. FEBRUARY 29TH 1960, CLASS 144 ASSIGNED 35TH, 24TH, C.I.S., HIGHWAY PATROL, RETIRED JULY 25TH 1983, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE 1955-1958.

PASSED AWAY ON JULY 9TH 2022 AT AGE 86. P/O WILLIAM O'NEILL WIFE MARIE PASSED AWAY ON JULY 20TH 2022.

RETIRED P/O RONALD MAJKA #5405 APPT. OCTOBER 2ND 1972, CLASS 228 ASSIGNED 6TH, 24TH, GUN PERMITS, NORTH WEST DET. DIV., RETIRED OCTOBER 13TH 2006 AT AGE 75.

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RETIRED P/O LAMOUR WILLIAMS #4509 APPT. MAY 22ND 1989 CLASS 280, ASSIGNED 16TH, 22ND, RETIRED APRIL 13TH 2000, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 82ND AIRBORNE VIETNAM. RETIRED CPL. DANIEL D. POWERS #8136 APPT. OCTOBER 4TH 1965 CLASS 173, ASSIGNED 35TH, 15TH, COMMAND INSPECTION BUREAU, STAFF SERVICES/ COMMUNICATION DIVision, RADIO, TRAFFIC CRT., RETIRED NOVEMBER 30TH 1987, PASSED AWAY ON JULY 22ND 2022 AT AGE 79 .

RETIRED LT. JOSEPH J. BROOKS #358 APPT. MAY 5TH 1969 CLASS 196 ASSIGNED 18TH, 1ST, 4TH, 17TH, NARCOTICS, SPECIAL INVESTIGATION. RETIRED AUGUST 11TH 2001, THEN SERVED CHESTER COUNTY DETECTIVES AS A SUPERVISIOR, BROTHER-IN-LAW RETIRED DET. JIM KOPACZEWSKI #617 LAST ASSIGNED MAJOR CRIMES. JOSEPH J. BROOKS PASSED AWAY ON JULY 27TH 2002 AT AGE 74.

RETIRED P/O ROBERT MALONEY #6096 APPT. NOV. 1ST 1965 CLASS 174, ASSIGNED 18TH, 9TH, AIRPORT, RETIRED APRIL 26TH 1984. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 1956-1959. PASSED AWAY ON JULY 25TH 2022 AT AGE 83.

P/O ANTHONY GRIFFIN #1706 APPT. DECEMBER 2ND 1996 CLASS 318 ASSIGNED 16TH, PASSED AWAY ON APRIL 15TH 2022 AT AGE 53.

RETIRED C/I ROBERT EICHLER APPT. OCTOBER 24TH 1960 CLASS 151 ASSIGNED 9TH, CENTRAL DETECTIVE DIV., NORTHEAST DET. DIV., 24TH, NORTHWEST DET. DIV., DETECTIVE HEADQUARTERS, SOUTH DET. DIV., INTERNAL AFFAIRS BUREAU, COMMAND INSPECTION BUREAU, MGNT. REVIEW BUREAU, SPECIAL INVESTIGATION BUREAU, NARCOTICS, RET. SEPTEMBER 30TH 2003. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 24TH 2022 AT AGE 81.

RETIRED P/O WILLIAM NORTON #2042 APPT. SEPTEMBER 1ST 1965 CLASS 172 ASSIGNED 14TH, ANTI CRIME TEAM II, RETIRED DECEMBER 31ST 1988. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY 101ST AIRBORNE 1961-1963.

PASSED AWAY ON JULY 22ND 2022 AT AGE 79.

P/O MECCA WASHINGTON #2065 APPT. JUNE 22ND 1998 CLASS 326 ASSIGNED 14TH ON DECEMBER 16TH 1998 AND CONTINUED TO SERVE 14TH UNTIL HER PASSING ON JULY 31ST 2022 AT AGE 50.

RETIRED P/O JAMES R. COYLE #9998 APPT. APRIL 10TH 1972 CLASS 226 ASSIGNED 1ST, 4TH, RETIRED JULY 20TH 1983, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY 1956-1960, PASSED AWAY ON JULY 26TH 2022 AT AGE 84.

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RETIRED P/O JAMES LEE BROWN #1367 APPT. JUNE 1ST 1970 CLASS 209 ASSIGNED 5TH, 7TH, NORTHEAST DETECTIVE DIVISION, INTERNAL AFFAIRS BUREAU, RETIRED JANUARY 12TH 1999. ALSO SERVED

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UNITED STATES NAVY VIETNAM. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 13TH 2022 AT AGE 73.

RETIRED P/O DANIEL MCNAMARA #5587 APPT. MARCH 17TH 1957 CLASS 133, ASSIGNED SUBWAY, 30TH, 26TH, STAKEOUT, RETIRED MARCH 27TH 1981. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY WWII. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 16TH 2022 AT AGE 94.

RETIRED P/O ANGELO DELISI #4073 APPT. JANUARY 13TH 1969 CLASS 194 ASSIGNED 4TH, 24TH, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 26TH 1989 AT AGE 76.

RETIRED P/O THOMAS FRANCIS MAGUIRE #5456 APPT. MAY 15TH 1967 CLASS 184, ASSIGNED 7TH, 17TH, DETENTION UNIT, RETIRED DECEMBER 2ND 1987. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE KOREAN WAR. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 14TH 2022 AT AGE 85.

RETIRED CAPT. REGINALD "REGGIE" WILKINS #134 APPT. JUNE 4TH 1984 CLASS 261, ASSIGNED 19TH, NARCOTICS, WEST DETECTIVE DIV., HEADQUARTERS INVESTIGATION UNIT, CENTRAL DET. DIV., ORGANIZED CRIME INTELLIGENCE, MAJOR CRIMES, 16TH, NARCOTICS FIELD UNIT NORTH. SON OF RETIRED (DECEASED) P/O ROBERT WILKINS SR. #4191, BROTHER OF RETIRED SGT. ROBERT WILKINS JR. #8870 LAST ASSIGNED HOMICIDE. RETIRED CAPTAIN WILKINS #134 PASSED AWAY AUGUST 15TH 2022 AT AGE 62.

RETIRED DETECTIVE PATRICK RUTLEDGE #739 CLASS 224 APPT. NOVEMBER 3RD 1971, ASSIGNED 23RD, RADIO, 15TH, 2ND, EAST DETECTIVE DIVISION RETIRED APRIL 10TH 1992, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY VIETNAM. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 17TH 2022 AT AGE 75.

RETIRED P/O THOMAS PATRICK BLANCHE #1324 APPT. MAY 5TH 1969 CLASS 196 ASSIGNED 19TH, 26TH, RETIRED JANUARY 19TH 1992. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 20TH 2022 AT AGE 74.

RETIRED SGT. THOMAS KING #243 APPT. OCTOBER 24TH 1977 CLASS 244 ASSIGNED 3RD, 35TH, 6TH, NARCOTICS, NORTHEAST DETECTIVE DIVISION, TACTICAL RESPONSE TEAM, JUVENILE AID DIVISION, CIVIL AFFAIRS, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 23RD 1997. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 11TH 2022 AT AGE 66.

RETIRED P/O WILLIAM COLE #3005 APPT. AUGUST 13TH 1962 CLASS 157 ASSIGNED 2ND, 22ND, CANINE, TRAING BUREAU, 24TH, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 6TH 1989. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 19TH 2022 AT AGE 82.

RETIRED DET. LOUIS GREENE #9179 APPT. FEBRUARY 7TH 1966 CLASS 177 ASSIGNED 23RD, HIGHWAY PATROL, SUBWAY, 39TH, NORTHWEST DET. DIV., NARCOTICS, S.I.B., SOUTHWEST DET. DIV. , RETIRED SEPTEMBER 30TH 2005, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, AND UNITED SATES MARINE CORPS, BROTHER OF RETIRED SGT.

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ROBERT GREENE #8742, COUSIN OF RETIRED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARVIN BURTON SR. RETIRED LT. MARVIN BURTON JR., SGT. TONY BURTON #8913 ASSIGNED 6TH. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 22ND 2022.

RETIRED CPL. ROBERT WILLIAMS #8184 APPT. NOVEMBER 19TH 1956 CLASS 131 ASSIGNED 14TH, 19TH, ORGANIZED CRIME INTELLIGENCE, RETIRED JUNE 26TH 1992, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 22ND AT AGE 86.

RETIRED P/O WILLIAM DEVERY #6447 APPT. FEBRUARY 3RD 1969 CLASS 195 ASSIGNED 23RD, A.C.T. III, A.C.T. II, 25TH, RETIRED APRIL 27TH 1990, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES NAVY VIETNAM, HUSBAND OF RETIRED P/O JEAN DEVERY #9633 LAST ASSIGNED SEX CRIME-CHILD ABUSE, FATHER OF RETIRED P/O KIMBERELY DEVERY #6447 LAST ASSIGNED 15TH, STEP-FATHER OF P/O JOANNE CARBONARA #9633 ASSIGNED N.S.U., P/O WILLIAM DEVERY PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 29TH 2022 AT AGE 77.

RETIRED P/O STANLEY WEREDYK #3300 APPT. JULY 7TH 1969 CLASS 197 ASSIGNED 16TH, C.I.B., 2ND, 14TH, REPORTS CONTROL, RETIRED JUNE 26TH 1986. PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 21ST 2022 AT AGE 75.

RETIRED P/O PAMELA FASANO #5648 APPT. NOVEMBER 16TH 1981 CLASS 257 ASSIGNED 25TH RETIRED S/C DISABILITY ON MARCH 14TH 1980, PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 31ST 2022 AT AGE 74.

RETIRED P/O CARL C. DAY #5632 APPT. AUGUST 31ST 1959 CLASS 143 ASSIGNED 16TH, 1ST, DETENTION UNIT, 19TH, RETIRED JULY 15TH 1981, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY, PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 4TH 2022. AT AGE 86.

RETIRED P/O ANTHONY SPADACCINI #3449 APPT. JULY 25TH 1955 CLASS 124, ASSIGNED 19TH, 6TH, 9TH, 1ST, 3RD, C.I.D., 12TH, SIS, JUVENILE AID DIVISION, RETIRED NOVEMBER 7TH, 1971, FATHER OF RETIRED DETECTIVE ROBERT SPADACCINI #9053 LAST ASSIGNED RECRUIT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. P/O ANTHONY SPADACCINI PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 8TH 2022 AT AGE 92.

CPL. GREGORY NICHOLAS #8040 APPT. DEC. 3RD 1973 CLASS 231 ASSIGNED 18TH, 39TH, 7TH, 8TH DETENTION UNIT, RADIO, CPURT ATTENDANCE, SERVED ON THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE #5 EXECUTIVE BOARD, SERVED ON GUARDIAN CIVIC LEAGUE BOARD, ALSO SERVED US ARMY 1970-1973. COUSIN OF BRADFORD MITCHELL #4145 NARCOTICS FIELD UNIT. CPL. GREGORY NICHOLAS PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 6TH 2022 AT AGE 71.

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RET. SGT. RAYMOND P. HILL #144 APPT. FEB. 29TH 1960 CLASS 144 ASSIGNED SIS, ACADEMY, 16TH, 18TH, 24TH, 23RD, 39TH, 92ND, CIB, 5TH, 7TH, CIVIL AFFAIRS, SOUTH DETECTIVE DIV., RET. NOV. 17TH 1997, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 1954 - 1960, BROTHER OF RET. P/O BERNELL HILL #2584, BROTHER-INLAW RET. (DEC.) LT. STACY HERRING #263, UNCLE OF P/O VANESSA BROWN #1994 ASSIGNED NARCOTICS. SGT. HILL PASSED AWAY ON SEPT. 10TH, 2022 AT AGE 85.

RETIRED SGT. RONALD MUNDAY #8728 APPT. SEPTEMBER 14TH 1970 CLASS 212 ASSIGNED 22ND, 23RD, 35TH, 19TH, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 16TH 1996, ALSO SERVED US NAVY VIETNAM, PASSED AWAY ON AUGUST 24TH 2022 AT AGE 72.

P/O RUBEN SANTIAGO #2531 APPT. NOVEMBER 3RD 2003 CLASS 341, ASSIGNED 25TH, HUSBAND OF P/O BRENDA SANTIGO #5172 ASSIGNED 3RD, BROTHER OF P/O JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ #7381 ASSIGNED 22ND, UNCLE OF P/O ANGEL RODRIGUEZ #5481 ASSIGNED 15TH, P/O SALENA MONTIJO #3477 ASSIGNED 25TH. P/O RUBEN SANTIAGO PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 10TH 2022 AT AGE 45.

RETIRED LT. JOSEPH JOHN MCLAUGHLIN #365 APPT. AUGUST 13TH 1962 CLASS 157, ASSIGNED 12TH, 18TH, 9TH, GARAGE, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 13TH 1988. HE ALSO SERVED WITH THE ST. VINCENT DEPAUL PRISON MINISTRY. LT. MCLAUGHLIN PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 6TH 2022 AT AGE 82.

RETIRED LT. JAMES D. HANNATTY #329 APPT. JULY 7TH 1969 CLASS 197 ASSIGNED 25TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, COMMAND INSPECTION BUREAU, 6TH, M.C.D.U., ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION, RETIRED SEPTEMBER 30TH 2003. ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS, PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 18TH 2022 AT AGE 75.

RETIRED P/O RAYMOND PATITUCCI #7525 APPT. DECEMBER 27TH 1966 CLASS 182, ASSIGNED 12TH, HIGHWAY PATROL, RETIRED AUGUST 1ST 1998, ALSO SERVED UNITED STATES ARMY. PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 19TH 2022 AT AGE 89.

RETIRED P/O THOMAS A. "REDS" MCCAREY #3938 APPT. NOVEMBER 19TH 1956 CLASS 131, ASSIGNED 17TH, 33RD-3RD, 39TH, JUVENILE AID DIVISION, C.I.S., S.I.S., SERVED AS PRESIDENT OF FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE#5 PHILADELPHIA IN 1976, ALSO SERVED US ARMY KOREAN WAR, PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 16TH 2022 AT AGE 91.

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ACTIVE DUTY DEATHS P/O CASey KANDeL

P/O HeNRy gONSKi

APPT: MAY 13TH, 2013

APPT: JAN. 22, 1996

CLASS: 365

ASSIGNED: AIRPORT

ASSIGNED: 17TH DISTRICT

DOD 6/24/2022

DOD 6/10/2022

P/O meCCA WASHiNgtON #2065 APPT. JUNE 22ND, 1998 CLASS: 326

ASSIGNED: 14TH DISTRICT

DOD: 7/31/2022

P/O gRegORy NiCHOLAS

APPT: JUNE 18, 1974

ASSIGNED: COURT LIASON

DOD 9/6/2022

P/O RUBeN SANtiAgO #2531

APPT.: NOVEMBER 3RD, 2003

CLASS: 341

ASSIGNED: 25TH DISTRICT

DOD: 9/10/2022

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