Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

to the normal person it would be impossible to explain why we would feel an attachment to your agency. i honestly cannot explain it either. its almost as strange as a florida sheriff's deputy responding to calls in the state of mississippi. its just that way. my service in wiggins will always be one of my favorite times in law enforcement. probably has a little to do with the guys that went out there with me. it was like a big campout with your friends that lasted a week or ten days. throw in a car chase, a foot chase and that sums it up. god be with your family, friends and the agency. we enjoyed our time there. we left florida seeking action. we thought we would be at ground zero or something. what we got was action, and a great community that needed us. i think to a man if given a choice to choose another assignment while in mississippi, we all would have still chose wiggins. i know my stomache loved that baptist church food. bet lots of the other guys all ate mre's. but wiggins took care of us. thanks.........till we meet again

sgt. spurlock

September 22, 2006

You were on my mind today, thinking of when I first met you.I brought my squad to Wiggins to help out with the hurricane relief and how excited you were when you learned that we were a drug task force. You will always be in our minds and hearts. The letter the City of Wiggins sent to my guys hangs proudly in our office. A reminder of a happy time when we were able to help your community and the sad time when we returned to Wiggins and wished you God's speed.

Lt. Jerry Jewett
Columbia County Sheriff's Office

September 12, 2006

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

It saddens us all to hear that a Brother has fallen. Noone truly understands the pain and sorrow that one can feel for one he has never met, except for a fellow officer. Go with God. You will be missed.

Deputy S. Saucier
Hancock County Sheriff's Office

July 19, 2006

My brother it has been such a short time since you were taken from us in the blink of an eye. I traveled to Washington D.C. to Honor you and Odell during police week and the candels all burned bright. There is not one day that goes by that I don't think back on old times. There will never be anyone to replace the friendship we had. The watch is covered here, so rest in peace my friend. We will meet again!

Sgt. Tim Howard
Wiggins PD

June 13, 2006

On behalf of the men and women of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, our deepest or condolences go out to your family,friends, and co-workers. Rest in Peace Investigator Breland you will be missed.

Deputy
Terrebonne Parish S.O. Houma, La

May 29, 2006

Brother,
Like Sgt. Smith, I am part of the Police Unity Tour (VA Chapter) and I also ride in your honor. I struggle with the 250 miles on my bike to remember your sacrifice and to remember and honor you. Know that you will never be forgotten and you will be in my heart as I continue serving and protecting.
Thank you for your service,
David

Sgt. David Oaks
Hubbard, OH Police Department

May 11, 2006

Brother,
On May 9th we begin the journey from New Jersey to Washington DC for the National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial ceremonies. Over 400 of your Brothers and Sisters will ride bicycles to the memorial to honor you and all the Oficers who made the ultimate sacrifice in 2005. I will wear a memorial bracelet with your name on it as I ride motor assist to the procession. Enjoy the ride with me. I'll look you up on the wall when we get there.
Rest in Peace Brandon!

Sgt. Donald Smith
Randolph Twp. PD New Jersey

May 4, 2006

Brandon, you will be sadley missed by all. You were great and loved being a police officer. We will all be together someday. You are not alone, you do have your son Kye with you. My prayers will be ever with you.

March 18, 2006

Brandon, you came here as such a beautiful boy and left us as an honorable police officer. You will never be forgotten. I love you so much! You will always be my "brother". Say hello to God for me and I will see you again someday. Love You!!!!!!

Meghan Breland
First Cousin

February 28, 2006

To the family and friends of Investigator Brandon Breland and his fellow officers at Wiggins Police Dept.:

I was so saddened to learn of the tragic incident that took the life of this fine young officer. I know that everyone involved is hurting and in anquish. I pray that justice is served for this brutal murder.

In reading the reflections about Brandon, it is clear that he was loved and respected my many people whose lives he touched. That is a wonderful legacy to leave, especially at such a young age. To be 23 years old and to have served as a peace officer for five years is remarkable in itself.

May you all be comforted by your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. May God watch over and protect his loved ones.

To his parents, I also share that particular agony of losing your child. Even knowing how much my son accomplished in his adult life, he remains my baby. I know that is what I kept calling my son as I was by his side after he was mortally wounded.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Brandon Breland gave to his community and the citizens of Mississippi, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on November 27, 2005.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 21, 2006

People think we do it for the glory or the money,but the reason is to make a difference.God bless you and your family.

Deputy Al Toups
Tangipahoa Sheriff's Dept.

January 13, 2006

I just learned of the loss of Officers Breland and Fite. I spent several days working in Wiggins after Hurricane Katrina. Officer Breland was the first person I met when I arrived there. Bubba, I'm sorry for your community's loss.

Special Agent Tony Dossett
Florida Department of Law Enforcement

January 4, 2006

G-d Speed My Brother

uc
odps Inv Unit

December 26, 2005

BRANDON, ITS STILL HARD TO BELIEVE YOUR GONE FROM THIS LIFE TO THE NEXT. I THINK OF YOU OFTEN. AS WE CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF OUR LORD TODAY I CANT HELP BUT WONDER HOW IT FEELS TO ACTUALLY BE ABLE TO TALK TO HIM ON CHRISTMAS. YOUR FAMILY REMAINS IN MY PRAYERS AND I KNOW THEY MISS YOU TODAY MORE THAN EVER. I STILL LOVE YOU MAN!
MERRY CHRISTMAS BRANDON!

patrolman rickey mcalister
vicksburg police dept.

December 25, 2005

IT WAS AN HONOR TO WORK WITH YOU AND LEARN FROM YOU. YOU WILL BE MISSED.

PATROLMEN BRIAN A. ALLEN
WIGGINS POLICE DEPARTMENT

December 25, 2005

BRANDON....MY WIFE AND I SEND OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, AND TO ALL THE OFFICERS AT THE WIGGINS POLICE DEPARTMENT.

OFFICER MICHAEL ROSE (RETIRED)
SAN LEANDRO POLICE DEPARTMENT

December 22, 2005

Prayers go out to your family & friends.
Rest in Peace my brother in blue...we'll take it from here.

Jacqueline L. Moreno UPD L19
USM Police Dept, Hattiesburg, MS

December 22, 2005

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

December 20, 2005

Thank you for all you did. You are a true hero. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace Brandon. And to the family... Brandon was a brave man who will never be forgotten. May God be with you

Malissa Walker
Former wife of Cor. Jamie Walker WPD

December 17, 2005

brandon we thank you for the job you did. rip my friend and brother

patrolman robert land
kosciusko pd.

December 16, 2005

Brave soldiers in the never ending war on criminals in our country have been killed by a cowardly enemy. May the ruthless criminal responsible for this murder be brought to justice and sentenced to the most severe penalty. May the memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice remain forever. We are proud of you and thankful for all of your service. May God bless you and your family.
AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

December 13, 2005

God be with the Breland family during this time of need. Thank You Teddy for everything you have done, for protecting and doing what you promised to do. Protect and serve till death. I commend you and your dedication. God Bless you and Your family. R I P

Sr Disp B J Kendrick
Chesapeake Police Department VA

December 13, 2005

brandon my brother I can not tell you how sorry I am that I was not there with you and fite I wish to god I would have been maybe it would have turned out different. I am spending time with your family and I am there whenever thay need me unlike I was there for you when you needed me and for that I am so sorry my brother. my pain is deep I am hurt I lost a friend a brother. brandon I know you are with your son and my son keegon my brother patroal the streets of gold your brothers at wiggins p.d., stone county s/o and s.c.r.c.f. will take care of this here... I love you my brother

officer steve mclarty
s.c.r.c.f. stone county sheriff's dept

December 11, 2005

Lord,
He was yours to give,
and yours to call home,
please stand by his brothers,
so they don't feel alone,
dry the tears of his family,
so they clearly see:
that he gave his all,
so all could have peace.
Blessed are they,
the children of God,
with heavy hearts,
and honor they trod,
to pay their respects,
to give their salute,
and to ask for your mercy,
on heroes in Blue.

Teddy, rest easy brother, we have the watch.

Mesquite Police Dept., TX

December 9, 2005

My heart breaks, and tears flow. Another so young gone in the line of duty. Its unbearable. My prayers are with the Breland family, the officers of Wiggens Police Department, and the many friends of Officer Breland. In Valor there is Hope..................
A mom eow 4/25/03

December 8, 2005