-- New York City Police Commissioner Bill Bratton called slain New York City Police Officer Rafael Ramos "a hero" and gave the officer a posthumous promotion during Ramos' funeral today "The men and women who hear that blue and wear that badge, we know who Rafael Ramos was," ...
Today, we mourn the loss of Police Officer Wilbert Mora. At 27-year-old, he was murdered in the line of duty — fighting until the very end. We vow to#neverforgetWilbert and will always honor his legacy of service and ultimate sacrifice.pic.twitter.com/5nxzBNEDQD — NYPD NEWS (@NYPD...
After Saturday’s funeral, Lynch declined to comment directly about the officers’ about-face. “The feeling is real, but today is about mourning; tomorrow is about debate,” he said. When asked what he would tell those protesting officers, Lynch stated: “We have to understand the betrayal...
Figoski, a father of four daughters, will be buried today near his Long Island home. Thousands are expected at the funeral. Update: The Post puts the number of officers that attended this morning’s service at about 10,000. Sources WSJ Daily Tags: sad things guns nypd shootings More ...
Officers formed endless chains holding hands in prayer during the funeral. “I have 31 years on the job, I’ve never seen such a show of support as we have today,” said Patrick Lynch, head of the city’s police union. Biden: “It’s an uncommon fraternity” ...