Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 29, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 27, 2007

Somebody Killed A Policeman Today

Somebody killed a policeman today and
A part of America died.
A piece of our country that he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect who shot him will stand up in court
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend many long lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battlefield too,
Just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each rookie's side.
He answered the call, and he gave us his all,
And a part of America died!

Thank you, Officer Adams. Rest in peace. You were a good man.

JC
citizen of Raleigh

March 23, 2007

I WORKED FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS WHERE THE SUSPECT WAS HELD. IT MADE ME SICK TO MY STOMACH TO READ HER FILE AND SEE WHAT SHE DID TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. SHE NEVER WOULD ADMITT WHAT SHE HAD DONE, AND NEVER EXPRESSES ANY SORROW FOR HER ACTIONS. SHE WAS ONLY SORRY TO BE LOCKED UP. I DO NOT KNOW IF SHE EVER MADE PAROLE, I HOPE NOT. SHE ALWAYS TRIED TO SAY SHE CHANGED, WELL WHO WOULDN'T CHANGE AFTER BEING LOCKED UP FOR 20 YEARS...SHE DOES NOT DESERVE TO WALK FREE.
OFFICER ADAMS YOUR FELLOW OFFICERS WILL NEVER FORGET! REST IN PEACE

March 18, 2006

Well DD ,it's been a long time. It's great to see this memoral for officers.I was working that night,(north side) I'll never forget the call on the radio.We were all headed that was as we always would do.
I was at your funeral,and think most of raleigh was there also.That was my first and last.
DD,you were a great impression. As I went on to NCSHP,I came by and visted you ever weekend and would talk. You really helped me thru the tough times.
As I sit and view your picture it sure brings back great memories.You were a great officer and friend.I'll always remember you. APA

A.P. Adams

November 22, 2005

The City and Department have changed quite a bit since your time on the department. However, you are remembered everyday. Your picture, as well as pictures of the other Raleigh Police Officers that have died protecting the City, is hanging in all of the Police stations. You watch over us daily.

Thank you.

Raleigh PD

May 30, 2005

On Angels ...
"The wings ain't anything but a uniform that's all. When they are in the field so to speak, they always wear them."
- Taken from Tom Sawyer

Hey Jimmy ...

It's twenty-five years today. You're still not forgotten and you never will be.

February 3, 2005

My dad worked on your squad at RPD and planned your funeral. He still cannot talk about that night at all. I find it very disturbing that the lady that shot you continues to come up for parole. We all as law enforcement officers should make our voice heard on this one. She should never enjoy freedom again. She took yours from you coldly. God Bless you sir.

Senior Officer P.M. Anderson, Jr.
Cary Police Department

August 11, 2004

My father worked on your squad and planned your funeral.

Senior Officer P.M. Anderson, Jr.
Cary Police Department

August 11, 2004

04/30/04

Each day I try to read the ODMP. Today I read your story. No officer who gives his/her life for us need ever be forgotton. You died a hero; rest in peace.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

April 30, 2004

Officer Adams....thank you for your service & God bless.

Special Agent Dennis Duncan
Norfolk Southern Railway Police

March 17, 2004

I'm honored to be the first to leave a reflection for Officer Adams. Thank you for your valiant effort to keep our community a safer place to live and drive. You'll never be forgotten.

Taryn Walters Ontiveros
Daughter of Officer Larry Walters EOW 11-13-74

February 8, 2004