Yesterday was the funeral for Police Officer Peter Figoski. For those not familiar with the story see this link:
Police Officer Peter Figoski, New York City Police Department, New York
While every LOD death is tragic, this one particularly hurts because this guy was so dedicated to his four daughters. He could have retired two years ago but kept working so he could put them all through school.
The turnout for this funeral was absolutely incredible, the best I have ever seen. Many of the old timers said they haven't seen one like this since PO Eddie Byrne's funeral in 1988. Besides the NYPD turnout the showing from other agencies was astounding. If anyone on this board personally attended or their agency sent people thank you. It really means a lot to see that kind of support.
I personally saw two officers from Chicago PD, three motorcycle cops from Baltimore (that ride had to be brutal), two bus loads of Boston PD and several cops from Rhode Island. Not to mention guys who came from the far reaches of New York, like Plattsburgh, Oneonta and Syracuse. The New Jersey State Troopers sent a large contingent as well. The New York State Troopers along with Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester County PDs (including all the town PDs within) came out in force too. There was even a noticable amount of FDNY there.
Again, if you or agency was represented thank you. Your support will not be forgotten. The brotherhood is alive and well.
Police Officer Peter Figoski, New York City Police Department, New York
While every LOD death is tragic, this one particularly hurts because this guy was so dedicated to his four daughters. He could have retired two years ago but kept working so he could put them all through school.
The turnout for this funeral was absolutely incredible, the best I have ever seen. Many of the old timers said they haven't seen one like this since PO Eddie Byrne's funeral in 1988. Besides the NYPD turnout the showing from other agencies was astounding. If anyone on this board personally attended or their agency sent people thank you. It really means a lot to see that kind of support.
I personally saw two officers from Chicago PD, three motorcycle cops from Baltimore (that ride had to be brutal), two bus loads of Boston PD and several cops from Rhode Island. Not to mention guys who came from the far reaches of New York, like Plattsburgh, Oneonta and Syracuse. The New Jersey State Troopers sent a large contingent as well. The New York State Troopers along with Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester County PDs (including all the town PDs within) came out in force too. There was even a noticable amount of FDNY there.
Again, if you or agency was represented thank you. Your support will not be forgotten. The brotherhood is alive and well.
