Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Being a daughter of a NYC Police Officer and the niece of a fallen NYC police officer, I have the utmost respect for the police. I was so sad when I read the incident causing his death.

God Bless you Det. Enchautegui, you gave your life for others without expecting anything in return. May you rest in peace.

Niece of Patrolman Roderick O'Connor

December 22, 2005

REST IN PEACE, DAN, YOU WILL BE AT GOD'S RIGHT HAND ALWAYS

OFFICER MICHAEL FREER
MARIETTA, GA POLICE DPT.

December 22, 2005

As a latino I'm sad for the death of Daniel, but at the same time I'm extremely proud of him. A real hero that died fighting crime, fighting for a safer society. Daniel, we will always remember you as someone willing to take any risks and make any sacrifices for what you think was right, for what you believed in. I'll mention to my two daughters and to other latino kids in my community what you did. I am pretty sure they will be as impressed and proud
about you as I am.

Hasta siempre Hermano

Rafael Rojas

Falls Church, VA

Rafael Rojas

December 20, 2005

I am saddened to hear of the loss of such a brave man that was simply performing his job. I know of the pain all who knew of Daniel are feeling. I wish I could tell you the pain will be easier with time, it will only be a different pain. God bless Daniel and his family.

Brother of Jonathan Dragus EOW 10-20-2005

Brian Dragus

December 20, 2005

Thank you for your service.

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

December 20, 2005

Our prayers go out to you and your family. You were a brave soldier on the streets, and you will never be forgotten.

Greensboro Police Department, Greensboro N.C

December 20, 2005

Detective Daniel Enchautegui was a true warrior. He faced the deamon and stepped up to the call and gave his life. We will pray for your family, and never forget the price you paid.

POII B.B. Parrott
Durham Police Department (NC)

December 20, 2005

May God Bless Daniel Enchautegui and his family. Thank GOD for officers like you who are true blue to their duty. Que Dios Te Bendiga Y Que Descanses En Paz..Munequito Lindo...

Ms. Evelyn Jimenez
Concerned Citizen Newark NJ

December 20, 2005

My sincere sympathy goes out to Daniel's family, friends and fellow officers. I am saddened that Officer Enchautegui lost his young life so tragically, but proud that he served and protected New Yorkers as he did. God bless his soul.

Larry Peck

December 20, 2005

My deepest symptathy to the family and co-workers of Detective Enchautegui. Rest in peace.

Chief George Yaccich
Rochester Township Police PA

December 19, 2005

You fought back and got them. I'm sorry you left us. I'll pray for your family, and i'll be there for them in May for Police Week. I will honor your memory. Thank you for your heroic service.

Officer II J. Pacheco
Maryland Transportation Authority Police Department

December 19, 2005

I am not a police officer or any kind of law enforcement person but the respect I have for all policing people is very high. I have always found comfort in them when I was a little girl with an abusive father so maybe it comes from that. I am sad to see that Detective Enchautegui finished his shift and came home thinking "yes I survived another day" only to be killed while defending his neighbours property. Many police officers dont turn off once their day is done they are forever on duty. Thank you Detective Enchautegui for just being you, you were taken too soon. To your family, friends and workmates I hope this wonderful man is honoured for his courage and heroism. He will not be forgotten. I just wish all criminals would just realise how precious our people in blue are, maybe one day.

Tanea Jean
Australia

December 19, 2005

This was written by the fellow officers of Det. Thomas Norton who was also shot and killed in the line of duty many many years ago while serving the NYPD. I hope to brings some comfort to Danny's family as it has to ours for many generations:


With slow, sad, funeral dirges
We reverently tread,
To place our fallen brother
In the realm of the dead.

His stalwart form and genial face
No more our ranks will grace.
A link detached - a shield unmanned,
How shall we fill his place?

No danger shunned - he bravely stood,
Tempestuous city life:
From pleasant fields of fragrant flowers
He sought a city's strife.

His strong right arm - his weapon sole,
He moved mid ruffian's brawl,
Obedient at duty's brawl,
He heard his Maker's call.

Then comrades, drop a manly tear
O'er Tom our manly chum,
And give the kin a manly hand,
In token of their son.

Ellen Neumann

December 18, 2005

You have made the ultimate sacrifice my brother, and for this we will remember you always. I know that now you will walk with the Lord and with those of us who will now carry on here on earth. Rest in peace my brother, until we meet. To you family my deepest sympathy, know that we all will keep you in our prayers tonight and always.

Police Officer II, T.G. Vincent
Asheboro City Police, NC

December 18, 2005

You were a true hero till the end.
You will never be forgotten.

I pray that your family is comforted during this rough time, especially your parents, who are taking your death really hard. I know that you are now in heaven with your sister. I pray for justice to now take place.

You made us all feel safer.
Thank you.
May God bless you!
Que dios te bendiga!

Bronx Citizen

December 18, 2005

You were a Police Officer...Both On-Duty, and off...you made the ultimate sacrifice....we love you for what you have done...you made our world a better place...Rest In peace...Keep us safe from above...May god be with your family\friends and all those who knew you.

A prayer for your family:

"Dear Heavenly father, please be with Detective Enchautegui's family during this time of sorrow. He gave the ultimate sacrifice for his city, state, and country. May his family know that even though he is gone, he is still with us from above. May he keep the heavens safe for us who are coming, and those who are already there. This is a time of sorrow for us all. Those who knew him, and those who didn't. The loss of an Officer affects everyone. THe Department for which he was employed, the people who's lives he touched, and everyone in this world. The loss of a Police Officer affects us all, one way or another. Please lord, let the friends\family of Detective Enchautegui understand that he died doing what he loved, and he continues to patrol upstairs. In Jesus' name, Amen"

McLearen, Aaron
Clare County Sheriff Department, Michigan

December 18, 2005

Rest easy Daniel. Perhaps our legislature will take notice and make some changes. DESPITE the latter, your brothers in blue will not take this lightly. Endurance.

PO
Suffolk PD

December 17, 2005

Always on duty, always protecting, that is what a true hero is. Bless you Detective and thank you for your service.

A citizen

December 17, 2005

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY DAN. YOUR BRAVERY IS AN EXAMPLE TO ALL OF US. WE WILL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN

PO REYES
NYPD

December 17, 2005

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
www.survivorhelpnetwork.org

December 17, 2005

Another Protector gone. A great loss to the city and the state of New York. My prayers are with the family and fellow officers of Detective Enchautegui. God speed brother

Deputy N.Leon
Essex County Sheriff's Dept NY

December 16, 2005

MAY GOD BLESS THE ENCHAUTEGUI FAMILY.
REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.

OFFICER DAVE WILLIAMS
RICHLAND PD, MS

December 16, 2005

My prayers are with the friends and family of Detective Enchautegui. Never forget your hero. Rest in peace, Brother.
Mike Bradford

Det. Mike Bradford (Ret)
Tallahassee Police Dept

December 16, 2005

To the Enchautegui family; even in your time of sorrow you must stand proud, as Daniel has made all of us proud. He never quit and fought to the end, all the while, protecting and serving.
Ben Black
LAPD

Detective II Ben Black
LAPD

December 16, 2005

My Brothers and Sisters, we have all sworn to perform our duties, impartially and without hesitation or fear. Our present duty, and though it be painful, is to pay a just and deserving tribute of honor to a Brother who has embarked upon that lone journey which leads through the valley of the great shadow into the sunlight of perpetual day and lasting tranquility.
These feeble but heart-felt words can do little more than remind us of the duty which we owe to our departed friend and colleague.
As he was ever faithful to us in the full performance of his task and the protection of those who slept, so let us be, my Brothers, faithful to him, ever zealous to protect and cherish the memory of his good deeds, forgetting his imperfections, and emblazoning his accomplishments.
As time runs on, in sun and shade, may we bear with us ever-pleasant memories of a hallowed friendship, a kindly feeling, and a deep respect for all our Brother stood for. As an indication of our regard and affection, let us pause and, in silent meditation, typify what mere words cannot express.
Let us pray:
Almighty God, be with us on this occasion. Strengthen us in a firm resolve to do right, to serve well, to be faithful to our tasks, to our community, and to our Brothers. Make us appreciative of the opportunities to do good and to lend a helping hand. Inspire us with a new devotion to fulfill the duties, which are entrusted to our keeping. May those who mourn be comforted in this sad hour, and may they be strengthened by the knowledge of Thy presence and Thy omnipotence.
May we be constantly reminded in the hours of the night, as well as in the brightness of the day, of Thy everlasting love and kindness, and may Thou guide us through this uncharted valley and bring us at last to the shore of the eternal stream, our ranks unbroken, to dwell with Thee forever more. We ask this humbly through Thy redeeming grace and power. Amen.

Retired Officer William Hackley
Baltimore,Maryland Police Dept.

December 16, 2005