Summer 2025
Volume 41 Number 2
The PFIA Protector is printed quarterly by the Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association. The Executive and Editorial Offices are located at 101 E. 116th Street, Carmel, IN 46032
Local: 317-581-1913 or toll-free: 1-800-221-PFIA (7342)
Editor Rebekah Brownson
Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association
President John E. Murphy
Senior Vice President, Executive Secretary Bradd Roembke
Vice President, Treasurer. Eric Hofmeister
Board of Directors
Mike Carrigan Littleton, Colorado
Ruben Cevallos San Antonio, Texas
Myles Christie Augusta, Georgia
Thomas Clines ........... Fishers, Indiana
Tom Evans ........ Cattaragus, New York
Raymond Gallardo ......... Ankeny, Iowa
Edward Griffith III ..... Brick, New Jersey
Eric Hofmeister Indianapolis, Indiana
Gerald Housel Speedway, Indiana
Mark S. Kemp New Palestine, Indiana
David G. Lentz Slidell, Louisiana
John Murphy Carmel, Indiana
Steve D. Murphy Indianapolis, Indiana
Bradd Roembke .... New Palestine, Indiana
Don Trejbal ............... Akron, Ohio
Legal Counsel .......... John D. Hoover E. Davis Coots
Lawrence W. Schmits
Actuary Brad Simanek Griffith, Ballard & Company
Letter from the President
Welcome to the Summer 2025 issue of The Protector!
We are excited to report we have received 239 applications for our Scholarship Program this year! PFIA provides $600,000 of funding for 100 scholarships each year. The high school seniors who applied this year have a better than one in three chance of receiving the scholarship! The deadline to apply was May 15. The scholarship recipients will be notified later this summer. If your student did not apply this year, or if they did apply and were not awarded a scholarship, they are free to apply as a sophomore and throughout their undergraduate years. PFIA has awarded over 12 million dollars in scholarships since beginning this program in 1987. Contact your local representative for deadlines and more information on how to apply.
Another fraternal benefit our Association provides is our Uninsurable Child Benefit. This benefit provides $10,000 of Whole Life insurance at standard rates to an eligible child, age 0-23, of a member in good standing with the Association who applies for a policy and is declined because of health reasons. All underwriting procedures will be exhausted before a policy is issued. Contact your local representative for more information.
Remember to keep us informed of any changes you would like to make in your coverage, beneficiaries or contact information. Your local representative can be found in the back of The Protector magazine.
Finally, we would like to congratulate Vice President of Operations Jeanie Williams on her 35 years of service to our Association and we wish her a long and happy retirement!
We hope you have a fun and safe summer!
Fraternally,
John Murphy, President
Buffalo New York Fire Department, Local 282, retired
ESometimes they lose their lives so that another may live. It is with heartfelt sympathy that we list the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice this past year. These lists were compiled from the Officer Down Memorial Page http://www.odmp.org and the FEMA U.S. Fire Administration website https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/firefighter-fatalities/
FALLEN POLICE OFFICERS OF 2024
Patrolman Justin Hare New Mexico State Police
Police Officer Joseph M. Stillitano
Sergeant Frank Cimmino
New York City Police Department
Detective Jonathan Diller New York City Police Department
Deputy Sheriff Christina Musil
Agent Eliezer Ramos-Velez
Lead Police Officer Adam Buckner
Deputy Sheriff Jermyius O’Marian-D’Nazhray Young
March 15, 2024
March 21, 2024
March 23, 2024
March 25, 2024
March 29, 2024
March 29, 2024
March 31, 2024
April 5, 2024 Correctional Sergeant Andrew John Faught
April 8, 2024 Chief of Police Steven Allen Singer
April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024 Police
April 9, 2024
April 9, 2024 Police
April 14, 2024 Lieutenant Michael Hoosock
Croxton
Eyer
Investigator Samuel Poloche
Assistant Chief Kevin Linn Palmer
Trooper II Marcellus E. Bethea
Sergeant William E. McLean, III
Sergeant Bill Hooser
Staff Sergeant Benedicto Albizu, Jr.
Chief Gerald Nelson
Police Officer Jacob Derbin
Police Officer Anthony J. Mezzacappa, Jr.
Officer John Dale Leatham
Border Patrol Agent Jesus Anaya
Corporal Pricilla Soell Pierson
Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier
Police Officer Jamal Mitchell
Agent Davis Geovanni Martinez
Police Officer Joshua Briese
Senior Police Officer Vicente Ortiz, Jr.
MD Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
Gila River Police Department
Sergeant Brenda J. Lowery Cecil County
23, 2024
April 26, 2024
April 26, 2024
27, 2024
April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024
May 1, 2024
May 5, 2024
May 5, 2024
May 5, 2024
May 9, 2024
May 10, 2024
May 11, 2024
May 14, 2024
May 17, 2024
May 23, 2024
May 28, 2024
May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024
May 31, 2024
June 1, 2024
June 1, 2024
June 4, 2024
Detective Ryan So
Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling
Agent Luis Algarin De Jesús
Youth
Deputy
Corporal
Deputy Sheriff Lex Allen Love
Deputy Sheriff Timothy Wayne Stanley Johns
Detective Maurice Mo Joseph
Corrections
Trooper Corey S. Thompsen
Assistant
October 2, 2024
October 6, 2024
October 8, 2024
October 9, 2024
October 12, 2024
October 18, 2024
Firefighter
Pleasants
Firefighter Daniel DeWolf
Firefighter/EMT
Firefighter Marques Hudson
Firefighter Roderick MacLeod
Firefighter Trevor Brown
Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth
Battalion Chief John Garrow
Assistant
Captain Roy Whitt
Deputy Chief Craig Konkle
Captain Ronnie Metcalf
FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS OF 2024
January 3, 2024
January 7, 2024
January 21, 2024
January 25, 2024
January 26, 2024
January 28, 2024
February 5, 2024
February 8, 2024
February 16, 2024
February 18, 2024
February 19, 2024
February 19, 2024
February 20, 2024
March 5, 2024
March 12, 2024
March 23, 2024
April 7, 2024
Sargent Richard
June 6, 2024
Chief Benny Filiaggi
Assistant Chief Matthew Tobben
July 8, 2024 Captain James Cova
Wildland Firefighter Daniel Foley
Pilot Juliana Turchetti
Air Tanker Pilot James Maxwell
Firefighter Ty Voth
Firefighter Rodrick Lambert
Supervising Fire Marshal George Snyder Jr.
Firefighter Thomas Berry III
Firefighter Matthew Forand
Fire Police Officer Brian Peek
Firefighter Recruit William Treatch
Assistant Chief Nicholas Morosco
Battalion Chief Christopher Eddy
Firefighter Darrell Helton
Fire Protection District
Timber Applicator
Fire Department
Township Fire Department
Fire Department
County Fire Rescue
Belfry Volunteer Fire Department
Firefighter Jason Gould Brockton Fire Department
Captain Thomas Patterson Louisburg Fire Department
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
July 10, 2024
July 25, 2024
August 1, 2024
August 10, 2024
August 10, 2024
August 13, 2024
August 15, 2024
August 16, 2024
August 23, 2024
August 27, 2024
September 4, 2024
September 4, 2024
September 8, 2024
September 12, 2024
Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Brinker
Kansas City Fire Department MO September 17, 2024
Fire Engineer Timothy Hall West Sacramento Fire Department
Probationary Firefighter Landon Bodie
Assistant Chief Leon Davis
Battalion Chief Tony Garrison
Chief Chad Satcher
Lieutenant Charles Freeman II
Assistant Chief Scott Glass
Fire Captain Garret Miller
Engineer Robert Sharkevich Sr.
Assistant Chief Peter Blomberg
September 23, 2024
Saluda County Fire Service SC September 27, 2024
Blackshear Fire Department
Fairview Volunteer Fire Department Inc.
Saluda County Fire Service
Montgomery Co. FD Emergency Services
Perryton Fire and EMS
Barstow Fire Protection District
Wethersfield Volunteer Fire Department
September 27, 2024
September 27, 2024
September 27, 2024
September 29, 2024
October 20, 2024
October 21, 2024
October 22, 2024
Botsford Fire Rescue CT October 28, 2024
Firefighter Marcelo Garcia III Houston Fire Department
Battalion Chief John Walsh Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire
3rd Assistant Chief Stephen Pavetti
Firefighter Johnny Goines
Captain Henry Sardina III
Kiski Township Fire Department #1
Verona Volunteer Fire Department
Hopatcong Fire Department
Chief Robert Chandler Red Dog Mine Fire Department
Firefighter Ralph Meyer
Volunteer Fire Company
November 6, 2024
November 20, 2024
November 21, 2024
November 23, 2024
November 24, 2024
November 27, 2024
December 4, 2024
Firefighter Richard Sanders Winchester Fire Department IN December 12, 2024
Captain George Turley Chattanooga Fire Department TN December 14, 2024
Chief Joseph Murphy Henderson County Fire Department TN December 20, 2024
Firefighter Jeffrey Albanese
Brockton Fire Department MA December 21, 2024
THOSE WHO PERFORM Above and Beyond
Developing a plan
On April 8, 2025, E26 was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident (MVA) with a report of persons trapped. Upon arrival, E26 found a two-vehicle accident, with one vehicle overturned on the westbound sidewalk. After sizing up the scene, E26 determined that no individuals were trapped at that time.
Upon further investigation and after speaking with bystanders, it was discovered that two off-duty members of IAFF Local 73—who happened to be working the election polls at the library across the street—had immediately sprung into action and extricated the injured civilians from the severely damaged vehicle. These members crossed four lanes of relentless traffic on foot to reach the scene.
Once at the vehicles, they discovered two civilians trapped inside the overturned truck. Without hesitation, they began to develop a plan to extricate the victims from the heap of sharp, mangled metal. Utilizing the only tools available—a rock and a pickaxe—these quick-thinking individuals managed to pry the crumpled door open to gain access to the patients. They then carefully assessed and removed the civilians from the vehicle.
Thanks to their swift and courageous actions, these members saved valuable time and likely prevented further injury to the victims.
Captain David Reinecke and Firefighter Matthew Zoia were off duty at the time and had no access to the tools or personal protective equipment (PPE) typically available while on duty. Nonetheless, they acted with extraordinary bravery and selflessness. Their actions demonstrated the true spirit of valor and service. They are a shining example of what it means to be a firefighter—both on and off duty.
PFIA Agent Jacob Newman presenting Captain David Reinecke his Meritorious Service Award.
PFIA Agent Jacob Newman presenting Firefighter Matthew Zoia his Meritorious Service Award.
JEANIE WILLIAMS
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
35 Years of Remarkable Service and a Joyful Retirement!
We celebrate an extraordinary milestone—35 years of unwavering dedication, leadership, and grace from our incredible Vice President of Operations.
Words cannot fully express the impact you have made over the years. Your deep knowledge, steady guidance, and kind heart have shaped the very foundation of who we are as an organization. You’ve led with passion and purpose, always putting others first—and it shows in everything you do.
You are not only a phenomenal leader but also a woman of God whose faith shines through your words, your work, and the way you uplift those around you. Your integrity and compassion inspire everyone fortunate enough to work with you—and to know you.
As you retire, we honor not only your accomplishments, but the legacy you leave behind. You’ve been more than a colleague—you’ve been an amazing friend, a mentor, and a light in so many lives. Your presence will be deeply missed, but your influence will carry on in all of us.
Congratulations on this beautiful achievement and this next chapter of rest, joy, and well-deserved celebration. You truly make PFIA the best place to work—we are better because of you.
With heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for your retirement,
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
October 9, 2024
Reviewed by Howard E. LeWine, MD, Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
What are diverticulosis and diverticulitis?
In diverticulosis, small pouches develop and bulge out through weak spots in the walls of the colon, typically in the part of the colon called the sigmoid colon on the left side of the abdomen. These small, balloon-like pouches are called diverticula.
The condition is more prevalent as people age. For example, it is estimated that half of people in the United States ages 60 to 80 have diverticulosis, but only one person in 10 develops it by age 40. It is equally common in women and men.
If the diverticula become inflamed or infected, the condition is called diverticulitis.
Diverticulitis can lead to serious complications such as abscess, perforation, intestinal blockage from internal scarring, or fistula, which is an abnormal connection between two organs. A rare but life-threatening complication called peritonitis can occur when diverticula rupture, leaking infection into the abdominal cavity.
Symptoms of diverticulosis and diverticulitis
Most people who have diverticulosis don’t have any symptoms, but some have mild cramps, constipation, or bloating. Diverticulitis causes more severe symptoms, including any of the following, but particularly the first two:
• steady abdominal pain
• tenderness to pressure in the lower abdomen, especially on the left side
• fever
• nausea
• vomiting
• chills
• cramping
• change in bowel habits (constipation or diarrhea)
• sharper pain with breathing or jarring movements such as walking.
Lower intestinal bleeding can occur in people with
diverticulosis. The loss of blood can cause weakness and dizziness.
Diagnosing diverticulosis and diverticulitis
The condition is more prevalent as people age. For example, it is estimated that half of people in the United States aged 60 to 80 have diverticulosis, but only one person in 10 develops it by age 40. It is equally common in women and men. However, unless you have had a colonoscopy, CT scan of your abdomen, or barium enema, you would not be aware they exist.
On the other hand, diverticulitis almost always causes symptoms. Your doctor will ask about your medical history, bowel habits, and diet and will conduct a physical examination. Your doctor will press on your abdomen to check for tenderness.
Based on the location of your symptoms and the location of abdominal pain and tenderness, your doctor may be able to make the diagnosis without further testing. If your doctor is unsure or concerned that you may have an abscess or other complication, he or she will likely order additional studies. These usually include blood tests for signs of infection and an abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan.
Lower intestinal bleeding is commonly caused by a broken blood vessel within a diverticula. But it is often very difficult to identify the exact bleeding site, even with colonoscopy.
Expected duration of diverticulosis and diverticulitis
Diverticula do not disappear unless the section of colon is removed surgically. Diverticulosis is a lifelong condition that can be managed, primarily with adjustments in diet. Symptoms of diverticulitis or bleeding from diverticulosis may subside within a few days after treatment, may continue, or may get worse in the case of severe illness or complications.
Preventing diverticulosis and diverticulitis
People whose diets contain large amounts of fiber are
less likely to develop diverticular disease. The recommended daily fiber intake is at least 20 grams per day, but a healthier goal is 35 grams of fiber daily, preferably from fruits, vegetables, and grains. Your doctor also may recommend unprocessed bran or a fiber product. It is important to increase fiber intake gradually and to drink more water to increase the bulk of the bowel movements, which reduces pressure inside the bowel.
Physical activity also may lower the risk of diverticulosis. Many doctors previously recommended that people with diverticulosis avoid eating nuts, popcorn, and foods with seeds. This restriction has not been proven to prevent diverticulitis.
Treating diverticulosis and diverticulitis
The only possible treatment for diverticulosis is to increase fiber in the diet. Fiber will not heal existing diverticula, but it may prevent more from forming.
If you have symptoms of mild diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend a short period of observation without antibiotics. There are no specific dietary recommendations, but many doctors suggest a low-fiber diet until symptoms resolve. If the diagnosis is uncertain, an abdominal CT scan is usually ordered. Depending on the results, your doctor can then decide if treatment at home with oral antibiotics versus intravenous (IV) antibiotics, either at home or in the hospital.
If fever and pain continues, you may be developing complicated diverticulitis, for example, an abscess can develop when a diverticulum becomes perforated (develops a hole). An abscess is a collection of pus. A surgeon then will help your doctor plan the next step: drainage or surgery. The choice depends on the extent of the problem and your
overall health. Drainage means that the surgeon cleans out the pus.
Surgery also may be required during the hospital stay to treat a particularly severe episode of diverticulitis. Emergency surgery is required if the abscess breaks open and causes peritonitis, the most serious potential complication of diverticulitis. Peritonitis requires surgical repair as well as intravenous antibiotics.
For persistent or recurrent bleeding from diverticulosis, surgery may be the only option.
The most common procedure, known as a colon resection, involves removing the part of the colon that contains the bleeding diverticula and reattaching the ends.
When done during emergencies, a colon resection is often done as a two-stage process. First, a section of colon is removed, but because of infection, it is not safe to rejoin the ends. Instead, the surgeon creates a temporary hole, or stoma, in the abdomen and connects the colon to it, a procedure called a colostomy. A bag is attached to collect the stool. Later, a second operation is done to reattach the end of the colon, and remove the colostomy.
After successful treatment for diverticulitis, your doctor normally will recommend a high-fiber diet. Later, you may need to have a procedure called a colonoscopy, which is an internal examination of the colon.
In general, surgery is not recommended after only one or even two attacks without complications. However, it is usually recommended after a third episode occurs in the same location within the colon.
Repeated episodes of diverticulitis can lead to internal scarring and
narrowing of the colon, which also may require surgery to remove a piece of the colon.
When to call a professional
Call your doctor if abdominal pain in one spot lasts for longer than a few hours, especially if it becomes worse or is accompanied by fever.
Prognosis
With proper treatment and a highfiber diet, the outlook for people with diverticulosis and uncomplicated diverticulitis is excellent. Most people with diverticulosis never have symptoms.
People who have diverticulitis usually improve within two to four days after treatment begins. Over 85% of patients recover with bed rest and liquid diet, with or without antibiotics. Most never have a second episode of diverticulitis.
The prognosis varies if complications develop and is particularly serious in the case of peritonitis.
About 90% of people who have a colon resection do not have symptoms return after the surgery.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseasesand-conditions/diverticulosis-anddiverticulitis-a-to-z
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Fraternal Events
Supporting Our Heroes, Giving Back to the Community Sponsored by PFIA Director Ray Gallardo
This year’s 20th Annual Guns N’ Hoses Charity Hockey Game at the MidAmerican RecPlex brought the heat as local first responders faced off in a thrilling match to benefit Easter Seals Iowa. The Enforcers, representing law enforcement— including DMPD’s Sgt. Cronin, Sgt. Lancaster, and SPOs Bartak, Steinkamp, and Temple—battled it out in a hardfought game. In the end, it was the Firefighters who took home the trophy in this always-anticipated showdown. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated and came out to support this great cause!
Just a few days later, St. Patrick’s Day painted the town green with thousands gathering downtown to celebrate in perfect spring weather. Nearly two dozen DMPD officers were on-site throughout the day, managing traffic and providing security along the parade route and the bustling Court Avenue party zone— ensuring a safe and festive day for all.
As a proud supporter of our local heroes, Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association is honored to sponsor events that uplift our first responders and strengthen our community. We salute the officers, firefighters, and volunteers who make events like these possible—see you again next year!
Supporting Those Who Serve
On February 25, 2025, community and camaraderie came together at a special co-fraternal event in support of the Safety Forces Support Center’s Annual Dinner. The evening honored the dedication and sacrifice of our safety forces, while raising awareness and funds for the critical services the center provides to first responders. A heartfelt thank you to all who attended and continue to stand behind those who protect and serve.
Support 1 Golf Tournament
On April 28, 2025, PFIA Agent/ABM Eric Smith sponsored a hole for The Support 1 14th Annual Golf Tournament.
Honoring a Fallen Hero
Director Dave Lentz presenting a memorial donation to Sheriff Randy Smith of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, who accepted it on behalf of Mrs. Kourtney Candies. Her husband, Sergeant Grant Candies, was tragically killed in the line of duty last month. This heartfelt gesture honors Sgt. Candies’ service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy.
Pictured: Cory Siegferth (ABM Akron PD), Captain Kris Beitzel (Safety Forces Support Center), and Greg Gearhart (ABM Akron FD).
PFIA Supports Boonville Firefighters Golf Scramble
On June 13, 2025, PFIA Agent Greg Lehman presented a sponsorship check to Boonville, Indiana firefighters and PFIA members Mark Collins (center) and Brad Stroud (right) in support of their upcoming golf scramble. PFIA is proud to stand behind its members and their efforts to strengthen community ties through events like these.
Running for a Cause: PFIA Supports Schenectady Firefighters Cancer Foundation 5K
On March 29, 2025, the Schenectady Firefighters Cancer Foundation hosted its annual 5K race in Schenectady’s Central Park, drawing over 500 participants in support of firefighters and their families battling cancer.
PFIA proudly helped sponsor this impactful event, which continues to raise crucial funds and awareness for an important cause.
Pictured: PFIA Agent Mark Karl with Race Director and Firefighter John Falotico.
PFIA Supports Daniel Unit Employee Appreciation Luncheon
In May 2025, in recognition of the staff at the Daniel Unit in Snyder, Texas, PFIA proudly contributed a donation to help host their Employee Appreciation Luncheon.
Belleville Police Officers Join
in 2025 Police Unity Tour
Members of the Belleville Police Department and PBA Local #28 will once again participate in the annual Police Unity Tour, joining nearly 2,100 riders from across the country on a four-day bicycle journey to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Representing Chapter 1, Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association members, Detective Anthony Avino, Detective Anthony Tejada and Officer Christopher Bunay, along with eight other members of the Belleville Police Department, have been training year-round in preparation for the event. In addition to the physical demands, the officers have engaged in dedicated fundraising efforts, all with one goal in mind: to honor and raise awareness of the ultimate sacrifice made by so many in law enforcement.
Since its inception, the Police Unity Tour has raised over $37.5 million for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, supporting the continued remembrance of fallen officers and their families.
PFIA is proud to support this noble cause and stands behind our members who embody service, sacrifice, and solidarity. We wish all participants a safe and healthy journey as they ride in honor of our fallen heroes.
Pictured: Major E. Dean, Lt. T. Johnston, Senior Warden R. Ramirez, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
Pictured: PFIA Agent Kyle Kondreck, Rob Hernandez, Christopher Bunay (member), Rafael Reyes, and Anthony Tejada (member).
PFIA Supports Fundraiser Honoring CO Odell Wilson
The staff of the Robertson Unit in Abilene, Texas organized a heartfelt fundraiser to support the family of Correctional Officer Odell Wilson, who passed away on February 15, 2025. In solidarity with their efforts, PFIA proudly contributed a donation on March 19, 2025 to assist the Wilson family during this difficult time.
Pictured: COV Willchar Lee, Merari Lopez Major, Dionna Wilson (spouse of Odell Wilson), Sergeant Jessica WareWeatherby, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
PFIA Supports Mechler Unit Employee Appreciation Luncheon
The staff at the Mechler Unit in Tulia, Texas organized an Employee Appreciation Luncheon the first week of May to recognize the hard work and dedication of their team. PFIA was proud to support this initiative with a donation to help make the event a success.
Pictured: PFIA Agent Joe Ponder, Correctional Employee Ashley Franco, HR Representative Melinda Araujo, and Major Timothy Washington.
PFIA Supports Roach Unit Fundraiser for Shelia House
The staff at the TDCJ Roach Unit in Childress, Texas recently organized a fundraiser to support Correctional Employee Shelia House, whose husband, Shane House, tragically passed away from a heart attack on March 25, 2025. The effort aimed to help the family with funeral expenses during this difficult time. PFIA proudly contributed a donation in support of the cause.
Pictured: Sergeant Kevin Hoover, HR Representative Susan Fowler, Shelia House, COV Kizzy Lewellen, Assistant Warden Monica Brown, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
PFIA Supports Montford Unit Employee Appreciation Luncheon
In recognition of the dedicated service of correctional staff, the Montford Unit in Lubbock, Texas organized an Employee Appreciation Luncheon for the first week of May 2025. To help make the event a success, PFIA proudly contributed a donation in support of the staff’s efforts.
Pictured: Assistant Warden David Reed, Warden’s Secretary Rebekah Odom, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
PFIA Supports Clements Unit Employee Appreciation Luncheon
To recognize the hard work and dedication of their team, the Clements Unit in Amarillo, Texas is hosting an Employee Appreciation Luncheon during the first week of May 2025. In support of this effort, PFIA proudly made a donation to help celebrate the staff’s continued commitment and service.
Pictured: Senior Warden Adam Gonzales, Captain Sherry Washington, Assistant Warden Daniel Pacheco, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
PFIA Supports Newark Fire Hockey Club Charity Game
PFIA Agent Chuck West proudly presented a donation on behalf of PFIA to the Newark Fire Hockey Club in support of their recent charity event.
On May 10, 2025, the club faced off against the Elizabeth Fire Department in a benefit hockey game, with all proceeds directed to the St. Barnabas Burn Foundation. PFIA is honored to support our first responders as they give back to causes that make a lasting impact.
PFIA Supports Roach Unit Fundraiser for Officer William Freeman
In March 2025, the staff at the Roach Unit in Childress, Texas organized a fundraiser to support Correctional Officer William Freeman, who was recently diagnosed with cancer. As he continues treatment following surgery, the fundraiser aimed to help ease the burden of medical expenses. PFIA proudly contributed a donation to assist Officer Freeman during this challenging time.
Pictured: Senior Warden Chris Rehse, Correctional Officer William Freeman, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
PFIA Supports Roach Unit Employee Appreciation Event
The dedicated staff of the Roach Unit in Childress, Texas, recently organized an employee appreciation luncheon scheduled for the first week of May 2025. In support of their efforts, PFIA proudly contributed a donation to help make the event a success.
Pictured: Sergeant Kevin Hoover, HR Representative Susan Fowler, Warden Secretary Brittany Melton, Assistant Warden Monica Brown, COV Kizzy Lewellen, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
WE PAY OUR RESPECTS TO OUR FALLEN HEROES
Deputy Sheriff Brandon Ray Sikes
Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, GA
6-year veteran
Deputy Sheriff Brandon Sikes was shot and killed during an attempted traffic stop just before exit 194 on Interstate 20, near Augusta, at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Deputy Sikes and three other deputies were serving a domestic violence protective order on the subject. At first, the man was compliant and non-threatening, but when deputies turned away, he fired at them with a 9mm AR Pistol. Deputy Sikes was mortally wounded. Another deputy was shot in the face. Two deputies returned fire. One of the deputies gathered the injured deputy through a barrage of gunfire and transported him to the hospital, where he is in critical condition. The suspect attempted to flee in his camper but was stopped on the highway. Hours later, drones found the suspect dead inside his camper with pipe bombs, firearms, and ammunition.
Deputy Sikes was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office for over six years. He is survived by his wife, who also serves with the agency, a daughter, parents, three brothers, nieces, and a nephew.
Firefighter/Medic Graham Hoffman
Kansas City Fire Department, MO
3-year veteran
Firefighter/Medic Graham Hoffman was stabbed in the chest by a patient he was transporting to a local hospital. Immediately after the stabbing, additional personnel from the Kansas City, Missouri Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to the scene.
Kansas City, Missouri Fire Department crews worked to save Firefighter/Medic Hoffman’s life while they transported him to North Kansas City Hospital. Lifesaving efforts continued in the hospital emergency room before Firefighter/Medic Hoffman was moved into surgery. Despite all these lifesaving
efforts, Firefighter/Medic Hoffman passed away from the injuries he sustained. The patient who stabbed Firefighter/Medic Hoffman was taken into custody.
Sergeant Grant J. Candies
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, LA 9-year veteran
Sergeant Grant Candies was killed by the driver fleeing a traffic stop on Interstate 10 in Slidell near the Oak Harbor exit.
The driver was driving recklessly without a tag on the car when a deputy attempted to stop the vehicle on Brownswitch Road. When the driver refused to stop and continued to drive at speeds of 85-90 mph while swerving on the roads, a pursuit ensued. Just after midnight, Sergeant Candies was deploying a spike strip to assist with stopping the vehicle pursuit when he was struck and killed by the suspects.
The suspects, all juveniles, continued to evade St. Tammany Parish deputies on Interstate 10 into Orleans Parish, where their vehicle crashed into a New Orleans Police Department unit near Crowder Boulevard at approximately 12:30 a.m. All suspects were apprehended, and the driver was charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and aggravated flight. Two other juveniles have been charged with first-degree murder and attempted firstdegree murder.
The New Orleans Police Department officer in the unit struck by the suspects was injured but was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and released from the hospital.
Sergeant Candies was a United States Marine Corps veteran and had served with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office for nine years. In 2023, he saved two lives and was named St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy of the Year. He is survived by his wife, two children, mother, father, three sisters, and a brother.
Firefighter John Gaudet
Binghamton Fire Department, NY 11-year veteran
On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, firefighters from the Binghamton Fire Department responded to the scene of a multi-alarm commercial structure fire. While fighting the fire, a wall collapsed. A short time later a mayday was declared and Firefighter John “JR” R. Gaudet was rescued from the debris. Two other firefighters were also injured at the scene. All three were immediately transported to the UHS Wilson Medical Center where Firefighter Gaudet was pronounced deceased. The two other firefighters were treated and released.
Special Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson, Jr.
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, OH 33-year veteran
Special Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson was intentionally struck and killed by a driver while directing traffic at the intersection of Martin Luther King Drive and Burnett Woods Drive in Cincinnati.
At 1:00 p.m., Deputy Henderson was providing traffic control and monitoring the traffic signal box near the University of Cincinnati for their commencement ceremonies. While standing on the sidewalk, a driver deliberately drove his vehicle into Deputy Henderson. Deputy Henderson was transported to the UC Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The driver, who had recently viewed body camera footage of his son being shot and killed after fleeing a stolen vehicle armed with a handgun, was arrested and charged with aggravated murder.
Deputy Henderson was a United States Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office for 33 years. He is survived by his wife and five children. Two of Deputy Henderson’s uncles and four cousins also served in law enforcement.
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HERE’S THE
FUN
Food for Thought... forSummer
Mango Cucumber Avocado
Ingredients:
2 ripe mangos, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1 avocado, diced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Combine mango, cucumber, avocado, and red onion in a bowl.
Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil.
Add chopped cilantro, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
Gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes for extra freshness.
Why its perfect for Summer:
Sweet, tangy, and creamy with a refreshing crunch
No dairy—light and gut-friendly
BBQ Beef
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup ketchup
Ribs Salad
Optional: pinch of chili flakes or Tajín for a kick
Great as a side dish, dip with chips, or even as a taco topper
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup brown sugar
½ cup vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon salt
2 pounds beef back ribs
Instructions:
Mix water, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, and salt in a slow cooker, stirring to dissolve brown sugar and salt.
Place short ribs into the sauce and stir to coat. Set cooker on low, cover, and cook for 8 hours .
Why its perfect for Summer:
Summer is peak BBQ season, and ribs soaked in tangy, sweet, or spicy sauce hit the spot. The smoky, charred flavor pairs perfectly with warm weather and backyard gatherings.
For Sale or For Swap
is for firefighters or law enforcement officers who have items to swap or sell, or are looking for items to add to a collection. There is no charge for this service, but we ask that you follow one rule: items advertised must relate to your profession as firefighters and/or law enforcement officers.
PFIA solely makes it possible for you to contact one another. PFIA does not accept any responsibility for transactions. To participate, e-mail your name, contact information, & ad information to rbrownson@pfia.net. You may use any address and/or telephone number you wish.
PATCHES
Looking to grow police/ fire patch collection. If you have patches you would like to part with, please send to Shannon McCarty at 20 Nicole Court Lakewood, NJ 08701.
Kansas fire engineer wanting to trade fire and EMS patches. Have extra patches from other depts. E-mail and we can find out if there are others you would want to trade. Contact Tim Dokken, at tim.dokken81@gmail. com or send patch to Tim Dokken 1028 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441.
Looking to grow my fire patch collection. Captain Jeff Fuchs, Carmel Fire Department, 2214 Mozart Drive, Greenfield, IN 46140. 317-695-8969
Looking to trade my police departments patch. New patch for new patch. Contact: John Kerrigan, 3804 Fairhaven Court, Midland, TX 79707. jkerrigan@ midlandtexas.gov
Wanted: Complete set of 50 state police patches from each one of the 50 states to mount in a frame.
Contact: 401-946-6467
OTHER
Retired Cleveland Police Officer Bob Guttu’s book, Community Policing (It Really Works). Contact: Bob Guttu at rguttu@ clevelandpolicefoundation. org.
Custom-designed blankets with PD/FD logos. Choice of colors to match department and company patches. Contact NHRF&R FF Stefan S. Vassallo at 973-768-1049 or Sv145@aol.com. 50x60, 80% cotton 20% poly, $65 Free shipping in the Continental US.
Fire bike painting commemorating 9/11 by artist Motor Marc Lacourciere. A framed giclee collector’s piece, #2 of 250, $500. Contact: William Irby at 386-3168275 or skipirby@aol.com
I would like to swap challenge coins with other officers or agencies. One for One. I also sell them for $10 each plus $5 for shipping. Sandra Torres at 903-221-6344
1000s of FOP pins to sell from all states. Call Patsy McKinney at 936-647-7415 mckinneypatsy@yahoo.com
Wanted: I collect antique fire memorabilia and any items from Wilmington, DE Fire Department. Contact E. Tickner at bat6wfd@ verizon.net or call 302-5986038 and leave a message.
I have pictures available for anyone interested. Duty holster $165 and tactical holster $195 retail. I’m willing to sell both for $250. Contact Det. Brian Jeffers at 720-810-0856
For Sale: A Fireman’s Log, a collection of poems written by a fireman. Titles include, Fireman’s Pole, A Fireman’s Wife, A Fireman’s Coat and more. $5 each plus $2 shipping. Contact Huey Hoover at hjh.33sd@gmail. com or phone 985-542-6434
Firefighter/paramedic of the Independence Fire District would like to trade fire, EMS, or police challenge coins for one of our fire challenge coins. Email me or mail me your coin and I will return the favor.10409 Sharpsburg Drive Independence, KY 41051 tmfddoug@yahoo.com
Unique Dallas Love Field-Station 21 (ARFF) Challenge coins for sale $20 each. Includes S&H.
Contact: Michael Prelle cell: 940-902-4267 or mickdfd11@gmail.com
Audrey Farmer audreyfarmer210@gmail.com
Selling 3 Unit Harrison Twp. Challenge coins $10 a coin
Whitfield County Fire Challenge coins for sale $15 each includes shipping. Benefits firefighters directly. Mac MacFadden fire@whitfieldfbf.com
At Diecast Kars by Cops, we craft intricate 1/24 scale replicas that capture the essence of dedication and service. From standard patrol cars to custom tributes celebrating unique stories, our range exemplifies precision and respect for law enforcement and first responders. We Build Memories That Last Forever.
Deputy Keeman Malone diecastkarsbycops@gmail.com
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Executive Committee
John Murphy President Bradd Roembke Senior Vice President/ Executive Secretary
Departments
Accounting Lead
Sherrie Vermande
Accounting
Nancy Brown
Jennifer Ireland
Margaret Snyder
Agency/Commissions
Amanda Hendricks
Claims Examiner
Mindy Roberts
Claims
Sheila Borst
Karen Groff
Creative Services/Editor
Rebekah Brownson
Information Services
Chris Marlor
Sunpreet Johal
Eric Hofmeister Vice President/ Treasurer
General Services
Kandyce Shoffner
Member Services
Christina Coan
Anne Karn
New Business
Brittanie Butcher
Heather Starwalt
Office Lead
Tanyia Elston
Secretary to the Executives
Susan Shinabarger-Woolf
Shipping & Receiving
Cristian Bell
Statutory Accounting
Karen Doctor
Association Offices
Jeanie Williams Chairman of the Board Mike Carrigan
Vice President of Operations
Regional Managers
Southeast Myles Christie 706-951-9620 (C) pfia567@gmail.com
Louisiana Gary Ralph 318-426-4034 (C) garyralph874@gmail.com
Texas Darren Lang Spencer 979-716-6193 (C) lspencer_pfia@yahoo.com
Midwest Mark Reuss 513-706-1287 mark.pfia@gmail.com
Northeast Alan Tom Evans, Jr. 716-628-4774 (C) nypfia@gmail.com
Directory of Advisory Board Members & Account Representatives
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Alabama
Birmingham FD
RAPHAEL HALE
205-335-7028 (C) 576pfia@gmail.com
Birmingham PD
PAUL A. IRWIN JR.
205-365-7092 (C) 205-591-0911 (B)
Colorado
Arvada FD
TODD HOBLER
720-540-4940 (H) 303-919-7759 (C) todd.hobler@arvadafire.com
Denver FD
MIKE CARRIGAN
303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com
Denver PD
JASON CARRIGAN
303-994-7575 (C) pfiacarrigan@gmail.com
Denver PD & Sheriff
MIKE CARRIGAN
303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com
Denver West Metro Fire Rescue
DUANE G. PELL
303-238-2328 (H) 303-810-2480 (C) pelldp@q.com
Mountain View FD
MIKE STRATTON
970-587-8923 (H) 970-412-6730 (C) mikestratton@gmail.com mstratton@mvfpd.org
Connecticut
Bridgeport FD
MIKE KAMSZIK
203-767-3331 (C) mikekamszik@gmail.com
CT State Corrections - Garner
SCOTT STRIELKAUSKAS
203-206-2027 (C)
203-757-0036 (H) scottstriel@icloud.com
Hartford FD
EDWARD MACHIAL
860-985-9350 (C) latinofire73@yahoo.com
New Britain FD
TIM CYR
860-841-7242 (C) ctpfia@outlook.com
New Britain PD
PAUL BAK
860-560-3973 (C) pbak66@comcast.net
New Haven Corrections
ERNEST AWUSAH 347-270-6141 (C) ernestawusah@gmail.com
New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD
JASON T. CUSACK 203-996-0597 (C) qball0056@gmail.com
New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD
WILLIAM CUSACK 203-494-6762 (C)
Norwalk FD & PD
JUSTIN BISCEGLIE 203-803-8050 (C)
Norwalk PD
GARY MECOZZI
203-424-9559 (C) gary.mecozzi@ct.gov
Robinson State Corrections
ROSENDO DELEON JR. 860-982-9692 (C) rodeleonjr0311@gmail.com
Stamford FD
MICHAEL GALLAS 203-470-0275 (C) pfia786@gmail.com
Stamford PD
FRANKIE FORBES
203-469-5320 (H) 203-627-0259 (C) fforbes@stamfordct.gov
Waterbury FD
JOHN PERUGINI 203-233-3394 (C) johnperugini1987@gmail.com
Waterbury PD
KERI RICH
203-509-3254 (C) keririch08@gmail.com
Waterbury PD
MICHAEL STOKES 860-637-0815 (C) mikestokes628@gmail.com
Delaware
Wilmington FD & PD
ANTHONY HARRIS
302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@msn.com
Deleware
Wilmington FD & PD
ANTHONY HARRIS
302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@msn.com
Florida
Cape Coral FD
EDWARD AGOCS
239-214-1467 (H) edagocs@yahoo.com
Gainesville FD
EUGENE DUGAN
386-344-3427 (C) ejd0907@gmail.com
Gainesville PD
LA’JARVIS COOK
352-219-5986 (C) jarvis.87@gmail.com
Gainesville PD
MARTIN HONEYCUTT
352-871-5360 (C) martinh5360@gmail.com
Ft. Lauderdale FD
JOHN HALL 954-703-0342 (C) johnpfia765@gmail.com
Hollywood FD
NICOLE DAWSON
954-639-1544 (C) dawsonpfia@gmail.com
Jacksonville FD
ANTHONY E. RAGANS 904-768-3546 (H) 904-699-7181 (C) tbone247@att.net
Orange Co. FD
JIM MERGENTHALER 407-694-4927 (C) pfiacfl@gmail.com
Orlando FD
T.J. LOWREY 407-970-0893 (C) pfia.tj@gmail.com
Orlando PD
JASON BATURA 321-228-7821 (C) jason.batura@gmail.com
Port St. Lucie FD & Sheriff MICHAEL RIZZELLO 772-370-4803 (C) firerizz@aol.com
St. Petersburg FD
WINTHROP M. NEWTON 727-432-6522 (C) iwilldo@earthlink.net
St. Petersburg PD SCOTT LAANINEN 813-482-3972 (C) scott.laaninen@gmail.com
St. Petersburg PD RICHARD THOMAS 727-798-7165 (C) rthomas1@knology.net
Tampa FD VINCENT JACKSON 813-486-5698 (C) vjackson1380@yahoo.com
Tampa PD RICKY BROWN 813-270-1280 (C) rockynina2@gmail.com
Tampa PD SUSAN LIBERTZ 215-327-4872 (C) slibertzpfia@gmail.com
Volusia County FD &PD JUSTIN HUGHES 386-931-8728 (C)
Georgia
Atlanta FD GEORGE W. HOWELL III 678-787-2465 (C) george.howell.pfia@gmail.com
Augusta FD & PD ERIC V. SMITH 706-339-5979 (C) smith23ev@hotmail.com
DeKalb Co. PD & FD TAD LANDAU 404-557-4205 (H) tadlandau@yahoo.com
DeKalb Co. PD RONNIE CRENSHAW 470-314-9151 (C) pfia846@yahoo.com
Macon-Bibb Co., FD & PD BRENDA THOMAS 478-390-4520 (C) pfia853@gmail.com
Muscogee County Sheriff JOHN WADE 862-216-4217 (C) pfia706@gmail.com
Savannah FD & PD JASON ROEHM 989-239-1450 (H) roehmjason@yahoo.com
Whitfield Co. FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections
BRETT MILLER 706-280-2160 (C) bmiller0828@gmail.com
Illinois
Chicago FD JOSE GARCIA 312-972-1924 (C) cfd_usmc@comcast.net
Chicago FD
MICHAEL J. SHANAHAN 312-307-8795 (C) mspfia@msn.com
Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD & PD, University Park FD JEFFERY A. DUHOSKI 708-927-0960 paidnproud@aol.com
Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD SAM SHANAHAN 928-310-8859 (C) shanahan.pfia@gmail.com
Countryside Fire Protection Dist. TONY RODKEY 847-417-7423 (C) tony.pfia@yahoo.com
Peoria PD
TERRY L. PYATT 309-453-0935 (H) biznez28@comcast.net
Peoria Fire
TOBI RODERICK 309-678-3823 (C) troderick.pfia@gmail.com
Rock Island/Quad Cities FD & PD
JUSTIN WELVAERT 309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com
Williamson Co. FD & PD
ROBERT MUSOLINO 618-499-5237 (C) robertm.pfia@gmail.com
Indiana
Anderson FD & PD
Kokomo FD & PD
CHANCE T. HENSLEY 765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus FD AARON EICHEL 812-603-8641 (C) aaroneichel246@gmail.com
Evansville FD & PD
GREG LEHMAN
812-455-3443 (C) glehman64@gmail.com
Ft. Wayne PD
KYLE HARTMAN
260-908-4726 (C) kyle.pfia@gmail.com
Hammond FD
JEFF HARTLERODE
219-671-2167 (C) pfia707@gmail.com
Indianapolis FD
BOB HOUSEL 317-523-3863 (C) bob.pfia@gmail.com
Indianapolis PD
DAVID V. ROTH 317-490-9008 (C) rothenergy@proton.me
Indianapolis PD
TODD WELLMANN
317-289-0668 (C) toddwellmannpfia@gmail.com
Kokomo FD & PD
CHANCE T. HENSLEY
765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com
Richmond/ Connersville FD & PD
MATT MATLOCK
937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com
Iowa
Burlington FD
KENNETH MORRIS
319-753-6285 (H)
Cedar Rapids FD
LYLE THEISEN 319-462-3912 (H) lylepatthe@msn.com
Des Moines FD & PD
RAYMOND A. GALLARDO
515-205-2414 (C) ray.gallardo13@gmail.com
Quad Cities/Davenport FD & PD
JUSTIN WELVAERT
309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com
West Des Moines FD
DOUG REX
515-991-3684 (C) dougrex1@gmail.com
Kansas
Garden City Fire
ZACH GOLEMBOSKI
816-812-3018 (C) zach.golemboski@gardencityks.us
Junction City FD, PD & Sheriff J. R. REYNOLDS
785-238-7835 (H) 785-375-1340 (C) j.r.jcfd@gmail.com
Kansas City Fire KIM ADRIANO
913-999-8235 (C) pfia.kimenriquez@gmail.com
Kentucky
Ashland FD & PD DAVID REDMAN
606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com
Covington/Northern Kentucky FD CHRIS HANDLEY 513-919-3521 (C) Chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com
Louisiana
Baton Rouge FD PAUL H. OWENS 225-772-4190 (C) pfiaowens48@gmail.com
Baton Rouge FD CAMERON WESLEY 225-937-0907 (C) camwesley97@gmail.com
Bossier City, PD/FD JOHN MORTON 318-455-6665 (C) pfiajohn764@gmail.com
Caddo Parish Sheriff TJ DICKEY JR. 318-655-3107 (C) tjpfiaagent@gmail.com
Caddo Parish Sheriff JERRY SILVA 318-655-5627 (C) j.silva360@yahoo.com
Jefferson Parish Sheriff KIM LENTZ
985-774-4414 (C) 985-639-1723 (H) lentz1848@bellsouth.net
Lake Charles FD ANDREW LEE 337-764-3979 (C) drewglee@gmail.com
Livingston Parish FD PAUL H. OWENS 225-772-4190 (C) paulowens1948@gmail.com
Mandeville FD ROBBY MARQUETTE 985-789-2814 (C) healthavengers@gmail.com
New Orleans FD
ROXANNE HADLEY 504-234-2327 (C) ffhadley21@gmail.com
New Orleans & Kenner FD PAUL J. MELANCON 504-524-3878 (H) 504-430-1962 (C)
New Orleans PD
DAVID G. LENTZ 985-649-5741 (H) nameck2@aol.com
Shreveport PD
RODNEY HORTON
318-773-1232 (C) spdp386@comcast.net
Shreveport FD
PATRICK DENNEY
318-349-8530 (C) patrickdenney398@gmail.com
Slidell FD
LOUIS MELANCON 985-960-7651 (C) tamnlou@gmail.com
Slidell PD
DAVID L. LENTZ 504-606-4427 (C) dlentz78@gmail.com
Massachusetts
Boston FD
BRIAN TULLY SR. 508-523-9124 (C) briantully515@gmail.com
Hampden County Sheriff
ADAM APPLE 413-237-3233 (H) adamapple1418@yahoo.com
New Bedford FD & PD
JAMES ESTRELLA III
774-473-0451 (C) james.estrella@newbedfordpd.com
Worcester PD
TIMOTHY REYNOLDS 774-253-6432 (H) tcr316@live.com
Michigan
Ann Arbor & Lansing FD
DAN SANDERS
616-294-2750 (C) dan.pfia@gmail.com
Flint PD
MICHAEL P. SULLIVAN 810-814-3381 (C) sully1968@comcast.net
Grand Rapids FD
KATHLEEN THOMPSON 616-406-6524 (C) kthompso@grcity.us
Grand Traverse City FD & PD
KARYL L. MOORE 231-947-1758 (H) dfivestar@chartermi.net
Wayne Co., PD
HARVEY YOUNG
734-787-5372 (C) harveyy415@gmail.com
Missouri
Kansas City FD
BRIAN & KYLE BURGDORF
816-812-3018 (C) 816-805-6643 (C) burgdorf.pfia@gmail.com
Kansas City Metro Area
DONNIE SHOOK
816-315-9943 (C) pfiashook@gmail.com
St. Louis FD
JACOB NEWMAN
314-706-2522 (C) jake.pfia@gmail.com
St. Louis Co. PD MATTHEW CRECELIUS 314-341-4290 (C) mattcrecelius@gmail.com
St. Louis Co. PD
DAVID MEYER 314-220-5856 (C) dmeyer1983@gmail.com
St. Louis PD BRYAN BARTON 636-232-5318 (C) bryaly21@gmail.com
Nebraska
Lincoln FD LAMAR REIL 402-641-1724 (C) lamarreil819@gmail.com
Lincoln FD & PD KARLA HOUFEK 402-499-1773 karlajhoufek@gmail.com
Omaha FD RANDY WOLODKEWITSCH 402-216-9664 (C) 402-571-2694 (H) pfia.rjw656@gmail.com
Omaha PD JEFF WARNOCK 402-312-3211 jwarnock1568@gmail.com
New Jersey
Asbury Park FD & PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Atlantic City FD & PD GENNARO BASSO 609-214-3002 (H) gennarobasso81@gmail.com
Bayonne FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Bayonne PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Bay Shore, Monmouth Co. PD, FD MICHAEL MICHALSKI 732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Belleville FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Bergen Co. PD, FD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Bloomfield FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Bradley Beach PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Brick Township PD JOSEPH PACITTI 848-333-1259 (C) jpacittipfia@gmail.com
Camden County PD & FD Cherry Hill FD ED MICUA 609-315-0609 (C) 856-428-3252 (H) edmicuapfia@verizon.net
Clifton FD,& PD JASON AYALA 973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com
East Jersey/Trenton Corrections JORGE ORTIZ 201-680-8789 (C) pfiajortiz@gmail.com
East Orange FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Elizabeth FD & PD
ANTHONY “FOGE” FAZIO 908-377-2052 (C) foge69@aol.com Essex County Sheriff & Corrections KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Garfield PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Glen Ridge PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Gloucester County FD & PD EDWARD VINCENT 856-316-2547 (C) edvincent.pfia@gmail.com
Harrison FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Hackensack FD & PD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Hoboken FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Hoboken PD
ALLAN SLATTERY
201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Hudson Co. PD & Sheriff
THOMAS MCKENNA
973-919-7158 (C) tommy.mck116@gmail.com
Irvington FD
CHARLES WEST
973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Irvington PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Jersey City FD
ROBERT PILGER
201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Jersey City PD
ALLAN SLATTERY
201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Kearny FD & PD
CHAD DiGIORGIO
201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Linden FD
STEPHEN SMIGELSKY
732-634-8582 (H) 732-236-3036 (C) srs214@msn.com
Little Falls PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Long Branch FD & PD and Manasquan PD
PATRICK CASTELLANO
732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Mercer County
GREGORY A. SWANSON 609-352-9931 (C) njpfia@gmail.com
Middlesex County PD
THOMAS RATAJCZAK
732-501-5604 (H) tjay103@yahoo.com
Middletown Twp. FD & PD
MICHAEL MICHALSKI
732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Montgomery Twp. FD & PD
CHRISTOPHER PARLOW 908-216-3632 (C) cparlowpafia@gmail.com
Monmouth Co. PD, FD, & Sheriff
MICHAEL MICHALSKI
732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Montclair FD CHARLES WEST
973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Montclair PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Morris County FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Newark FD CHARLES WEST 973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Newark PD
MIKEY CARRILLO 973-951-8350 (C) mcpfia120@gmail.com
North Hudson FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Nutley FD & PD
KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Orange FD& PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Passaic FD & PD
JASON AYALA 973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com
Paterson FD & PD FRANK DAUNNO 973-330-2968 (C) jrdaun@aol.com
Paterson PD
SHANAVIA SMITH 201-926-8652 (C) shsmith.pfia@gmail.com
Plainfield FD & PD
NUNO CARVALHO
908-296-6871 (C) ncarvalho.pfia@gmail.com
Sussex County FD, PD, & Sheriff
MICHAEL PARISE
973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Trenton FD & PD
GREGORY A. SWANSON
609-352-9931 (C) njpfia@gmail.com
Trenton PD
JASON BOUCHARD 609-510-8688 (H) jbouchard.pfia@gmail.com
Ventnor FD
WILLIAM NAGLE
609-705-8450 (C) bubby129056@yahoo.com
Wallington FD & PD
MICHAEL PARISE
973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
New Mexico
Colfax Co. FD & Sheriff
PAUL MAY
832-724-5818 (C) pm3149@sbcglobal.net
New York
Albany FD
KORY HOGAN SR.
518-542-8478 (C) koryvhogan@gmail.com
Albany PD
KYLE PARKER
518-944-6206 (C) kjparker@albany-ny.org
Albion Corrections
THOMAS SUTTON
716- 471-9326 (C) co11to7@aol.com
Buffalo FD
WENDY MAJTYKAHARTMAN 716-479-2976 (C) ffwendi@gmail.com
Buffalo PD
JOHN PETRICCA
716-380-2057 (C) jpd441@verizon.net
Cattaraugus County Sheriff
NATHAN A. ROOT
716-938-2239 (W) 716-498-3252 (C) naroot@cattco.org
Cattaraugus County Sheriff
MELISSA YERPE
716-640-3038 (C) mjyerpe.pfia@gmail.com
Monroe County Sheriff ALFRED N. DeROSA 585-208-3902 (C) aderosa58@gmail.com
New York City PD ROBERT DOMINICCI 718-619-0390 (C) nycpfia@gmail.com
New York State Court PD BRITTANY PARKER 518-859-9887 (C) baberrings@gmail.com
Niagara County Sheriff
KEITH HETRICK III 716-622-6461 (C) keith.hetrick@gmail.com
Niagara Falls FD RISKY SANABRIA 716-550-0625 (C) rskpfia@gmail.com
Niagara Falls PD RICK FLECK III
716-807-6876 (C) precki17@aol.com
Rochester FD BRIAN WHITE 585-705-7179 (C) white.brian11@gmail.com
Schenectady FD MARK KARL 518-852-4953 (H) omm21@yahoo.com
Syracuse FD JAMES ENNIS 315-430-0340 (C) 315-468-8630 (H) jennis@twcny.rr.com
Syracuse PD TAYLOR ANDERSON 920-883-1437 (C) tanderson@syracusepolice.org
Troy FD RAYMOND J. DAVIS 518-573-8106 (C) sdavistroy@hotmail.com
Troy FD PETER RYAN 518-805-8584 (C) pryan72012@gmail.com
Troy PD CHRISTOPHER J. PARKER 518-378-2283 (C) parkerc24@yahoo.com
Utica FD PETER A. CARUSO 315-725-5712 (C) pfiapete@yahoo.com
Utica PD PETER A. CARUSO III 315-269-4886 (C) paac3@yahoo.com
Wende State Corrections ZACHARYHANCZAROWSKI 716-697-8017 (C) zhanczarowski@gmail.com
Wende State Corrections ANTHONY PECORA 716-253-4678 (C) apecora0308@gmail.com
Wende State Corrections NATONYA YARBOUGH 716-986-7321 (C) natonyayarbough@gmail.com
White Plains FD PATSY DeFONCE IV 914-505-1412 (C) patsydefonce@me.com
North Carolina
Charlotte FD TOM BREWER 704-200-8486 (C) brewer18c@gmail.com
Greensboro FD MATTHEW PATTERSON 336-382-4600 (C) mattsfiregfd@yahoo.com
Winston-Salem FD DAVID POLLARD 336-403-7771 (C) wslocal682@gmail.com
Ohio
Akron PD DON G. TREJBAL 330-352-4502 (C) apd634@hotmail.com
Akron FD GREG GEARHART 330-351-2673 (C) gearhartpfia@gmail.com
Cincinnati PD GREG TOYEAS 513-738-4141 (H) 513-484-2459 (C) gregtoyeas@yahoo.com
Cincinnati FD CHRIS HANDLEY 513-919-3521 (C) chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com
Cleveland FD VINCE VIANCOURT
440-835-5647 (W) 216-534-6927 (C) benefits.consulting@yahoo.com
Cleveland PD DAN VIANCOURT 216-990-2882 (C) dsv.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus Metro FD KURT DIETZ 614-332-2795 (C) kurt.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus FD KELLY STORTS 614-496-4544 (C) kemist14@hotmail.com
Coshocton County FD & PD CORY WILSON 740-502-9240 (C) cwilsoniaff216@gmail.com
Dayton FD MIKE BROWN 937-430-6728 (C) mikebrownpfia@gmail.com
Dayton Region MATT MATLOCK 937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com
Franklin Co., PD & Sheriff JEREMY WALLACE 614-557-1312 (C) jeremy.wallace2006@gmail.com
Marion FD & PD
MICHAEL M. RADCLIFF 740-225-2120 (W)
Northwestern FD
LEE PARKER
440-829-0497 (C) parker.pfia@gmail.com
Toledo FD
RYAN GRANT
419-340-7166 (C) rgrant.pfia@gmail.com
Youngstown FD
SHAWN MURRAY
330-518-2966 (C) mur511.sm@gmail.com
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City FD
RICHARD REX
405-812-2117 (C) rexpfia856@gmail.com
Tulsa FD
JIMMY OBER 918-260-6887 (C) joberfire@gmail.com
Tulsa PD
DENNIS SMITH
918-282-7523 (C) popodad71@yahoo.com
Pennsylvania
Allegheny Co. Sheriff
MARIA WATTS
412-779-5729 (C) banditt153@gmail.com
Chester FD & PD
THOMAS THORNTON
267-275-5932 (C) tthornton2493@gmail.com
Delaware Co., FD & PD
MARTIN KELLY
610-299-3656 (C) marty1297@aol.com
Erie FD
TIM ROMANSKI
814-572-2323 (C) trdunn24@yahoo.com
Johnstown FD
ROBERT J. OPETT 814-659-9313 (C) opett24@ymail.comre
McKeesport FD & PD
JEFFREY D. TOMOVCSIK 412-523-3903 (C) 412-675-5050 Ext.640 (W) jtomo170@comcast.net
Penn. Law Enforcement
JONATHON RUSH
412-952-5615 (C) jrush21488@hotmail.com
Philadelphia FD
WILLIAM HAFTEK
201-341-9677 (C) wphaftek@gmail.com
Pittsburgh FD
DONALD DORSEY 412-680-9351 (H)
Pittsburgh FD JOHN MCPAUL
412-224-0939 (C) johnmcpaul24@gmail.com
Pittsburgh PD CARL R. MOROSETTI, JR. 412-600-2806 (C) crm3393@gmail.com
Scranton FD & PD & Waymart Corrections ANDY POLANSKY
570-961-9024 (H) 570-878-1248 (C) andy.polansky@verizon.net
Western Penn. Corrections STEPHEN BOWSER 814-505-5818 (C stephenbowser079@gmail.com
Rhode Island
Johnston Corrections VINCENT ORTEZ 401-263 -9714 (C)
compaq102082@gmail.com
Johnston PD SETH D. CROSBY 401-641-1575 (C) scros788@gmail.com
Johnston PD DAVID GALLIGAN 401-419-7967 (C) davegalligan@yahoo.com
Pawtucket FD & East Providence FD RAYMOND J. MASSE 401-639-0164 (H) pfia1261@gmail.com
Providence FD ANTHONY LANCELLOTTI 401-569-3551 (C) 401-946-6939 (H) alance6055@gmail.com
Providence PD RALPH ABENANTE IV 401-225-6530 (C) rabenante4@yahoo.com
South Carolina
North Charleston PD
MICHAEL FIGUEROA 973-477-0749 (C) mfigpfia@gmail.com
North Myrtle Beach FD & PD
RICHARD BUDDELMEYER 843-249-5334 (C) rickbuddelmeyer@yahoo.com
Tennessee
Nashville FD ADDIS KENDALL 615-533-8685 (C) rakendall13@gmail.com
Nashville FD
NICK HOOD 615-624-2246 (C) nick.hood.pfia@gmail.com
Nashville FD
WILLIAM MERRILL
615-456-2835 (C) 615-862-5313 (B) pmerrill.pfia@gmail.com
Texas
Amarillo FD, PD, & Corrections
JOE C. PONDER
806-584-0953 (C) joeponder2012@yahoo.com
Beaumont PD
JARROD MIRELES
409-284-5220 (C) neilmireles@gmail.com
Bee County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections
RICHARD L. WEBB
361-319-3758 (C) urout_78102@yahoo.com
Brazoria County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections
PATRICK WARE
936-581-3309 (H) txpware@outlook.com
Denton County Sheriff LES WOODS
817-675-6151 (C) lwpfia@yahoo.com
El Paso Sheriff
LUIS D. RODRIGUEZ 915-294-8385 (C) lrodriguezpfi@yahoo.com
Gatesville PD & Corrections
STEPHEN FAULKENBERY 806-781-4296 (C) stephenfaulkenbery@gmail.com
Harris County PD, Sheriff & Corrections
MARTY KUEHN
281-935-4610 (C) mk0160@yahoo.com
Harrison County Police & Fire FLOYD DUNCAN
903-930-9721 (C) 903-777-3694 (H) dleader59@protonmail.com
Johnson Co., Sheriff AARON PITTS
214-738-7616 (C) acpitts.pfia@gmail.com
Kileen FD CODY NEWMAN 254-981-6110 (C) codynewman1978@protonmail.com
Lewisville FD JACK CRINER 972-741-3126 (C) firehousejack@gmail.com
McAllen FD ERIC RAMIREZ 956-607-7549 (C) esmr412@gmail.com
McAllen PD ROLANDO CASTILLO 956-655-8476 (H) r.c.21@hotmail.com
Montgomery County PD, Sheriff & Corrections THOMAS M. PIERCE 936-355-0490 (C) toetee@aol.com
Orange FD & PD HUNTER ISBELL 409-433-0516 (C) hunterisbell10@gmail.com
Pasadena PD GEORGIA COOK 281-831-6760 (C) gcookpfia@yahoo.com
Pasadena FD & PD MICHAEL PALITZ 808-218-1623 (C) mikepalitz@hotmail.com
Port Arthor FD &PD TARAH MIRELES 409709-3633 (H) tarahm55@yahoo.com
Port Arthur FD LARRY PELAEZ 409-221-7395 (C) jpelaez@gmail.com
San Antonio FD JOE VALADEZ 210-654-3333 (H) 210-884-7651 (F) valadezjp@aol.com
San Antonio FD RUBEN CEVALLOS 210-861-4578 (C) ruben.cevallos@gmail.com
San Antonio FD JOHN MOORE III 210-379-8229 (C) jrmoore3@att.net
Smith County Sheriff WANDA HUNTER 903-710-2769 (H) 903-511-6819 (C)
Tarrant County Sheriff STEFAN HODNETT 817-343-3300 (C) smhodnett@aol.com
Walker County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections TARA M. BURNETT 936-668-9193 (C) burnett.t2013@yahoo.com
Webb County Sheriff JOEY MEDELLIN 956-962-8630 (C) jmedellin.pfia@gmail.com
Webb County Sheriff JUAN ARTURO VELA 956-771-2927 (C) velaarturo1999@gmail.com
Virginia Alexandria FD ANTHONY SMALL 301-785-9461 (C) asmallpfia@gmail.com
Henrico County PD
JIM LIVINGSTONE 804-338-9791 (C) jlivings1@gmail.com
Loudoun County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL COX 571-528-3400 (C) pfia.va226@gmail.com
Norfolk FD
DAVE CHERESKIN 757-621-1111 (C) dchereskin77@gmail.com
Page County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL WAGONER 540-860-2382 (C) kc8jpk03@gmail.com
Portsmouth FD
KURT DETRICK 571-233-6901 (C) kurtdetrick@gmail.com
Prince William Co., FD MEAGAN DONELAN 571-334-0851 (C) mego12@gmail.com
Prince William Co., PD
MARCIA WHALEY 571-259-7034 (C) pwpfia@gmail.com
Washington, D. C.
Washington, D.C. PD
MIGUEL MIRANDA 202-439-2292 (C) miguel.miranda@verizon.net
Washington, D.C. Fire
JUSTIN LENYK 201-874-9116 (C) jlenyk.pfia@gmail.com
West Virginia
Huntington FD & PD
RANDY D. ELLIS
740-886-5388 (H) 304-633-4975 (C)
Huntington FD & PD
DAVID REDMAN 606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com
Wyoming Laramie City FD, PD & Sheriff B. JOHN FITZGERALD 307-775-9610 (H) jcatfitz@msn.com
MISCELLANEOUS Various Kinds of Things
April Fools’ Day fun from local law enforcement
Local law enforcement are having a little fun in honor of April Fools Day.
The Nelson County Sheriff’s Office is offering donut pay for minor traffic violations. Speeding will cost you two glazed donuts and one jelly-filled donut, while failure to signal can be a sprinkled apology.
Meanwhile, the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office posted on social media that all crime will be outlawed between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. so deputies can take a nap and stay vigilant.
“We could all have good, kindhearted fun without ruining people’s actual day. A five-minute laugh is better than a 24-hour cry.”
And the Henry County Sheriff’s Office is ruffling feathers with a new goose patrol unit to help control a rise in the territorial birds. Training tactics will include honk interpretation and evasive waddling. https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2025/04/01/watch-april-fools-day-fun-fromlocal-law-enforcement/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Man tries to assemble stolen electric scooter in front of Target
A man in Florida was dubbed by a sheriff’s office as the “dumb criminal of the week” after he was caught trying to assemble a stolen electric Razor scooter in front of the Target he is accused of stealing it from.
According to the Flagler County Sherriff’s Office, the man was witnessed walking past cashiers and out Target’s front door without paying for the scooter worth $539.99.
Officials say that instead of fleeing the scene of the
crime the man stopped on the sidewalk in front of the store and started assembling the scooter. A responding deputy caught the man before he could finish assembling it and gave him a ride to jail.
“This dumb criminal of the week must have thought he was in another state or city where it’s okay to walk into a store and steal what you want and not face any consequences,” said Sheriff Rick Staly on Facebook.“He didn’t get to ride ‘his’ Razor but he did get a free ride to the Green Roof Inn in the backseat of a patrol car!”
According to officials, drugs were found on the man. He was taken to jail and charged with petit theft and possession of drug paraphernalia.
https://kfoxtv.com/news/offbeat/dumb-criminal-man-attempts-to-assemble-stolenelectric-scooter-in-front-of-store-florida-razor-theft-busted-flagler-countydrugs-arrested?photo=1
In Lakeway, Texas when a man tried stealing an unmarked police car full of police officers.
Law enforcement was already well aware of the suspect and knew that he loved to steal vehicles. Which is why they were watching him, waiting to see if he was going to attempt to steal another vehicle.
After exiting the residence, the subject approached the unmarked police vehicle and attempted to gain entry into the vehicle. As you would expect the officers jumped into action quickly and after a brief chase the man was arrested.
He is now facing charges which include tampering with evidence and engaging in organized criminal activity.
https://knue.com/dumbest-texas-criminal/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_ medium=referral
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