Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Murdered just for doing his job? This the threat we face everyday. See you in Heaven Officer Bryant.

"The public sleeps peacefully at night knowing rough men stand ready to face evil and serve justice on their behalf."

Ofc BJ Horn
Adrian, MI PD

January 17, 2008

So sorry for your loss. I hope they are able to catch the horrible person or persons who caused this for you and your family. I am sure justice will be done.

Chris Agostarola
civilian

January 17, 2008

My heart and prayers goes out to Police Officer Ricky Bryant, Jr., his family and the DeKalb County Police Department. May GOD bless you!

Sgt. Garey Bostick
Office of Naval Intelligence Police

January 17, 2008

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family and friends in their time of sorrow. May God Bless and Rest in Peace.

Cpl.II David A. Murphy
TX DPS

January 17, 2008

my thoughts go to you,your family and fellow offiers.thanks for keeping this world safer! Rest In Peace! belgium(europe)

francky wygers

January 17, 2008

Officer Bryant rest in peace. You and your Family are in our prayers.

VIPS Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Dept.

January 17, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

January 17, 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

January 17, 2008

From a brother in blue across the ocean, Rest In Peace Officer Bryant.

Condolensces, prayers and thoughts sent to your family, friends, and colleagues

Police Officer
Australian Federal Police

January 17, 2008

MY SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Levett
CMPD

January 17, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

MPO KD HOWARD #1864
DEKALB POLICE UNIFORM DIVISION

January 17, 2008

May God rest your sole and bring comfort to your family and loved ones.

Sgt. J. Cramer
National police, Denmark.

January 17, 2008

I AM SO SAD TO HEAR OF THIS TERRIBLE EVENT. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND THE DEKALB POLICE DEPARTMENT. THE PEOPLE INVOLVED WILL BE CAUGHT AND PUNISHED FOR THEIR COWARDLY ACT. REST IN PEACE OFFICER BRYANT.

SGT. RUSSELL GRIZZARD
CARROLL COUNTY GEORGIA SHERIFF'S OFFICE

January 17, 2008

I pray that God be with the family now and in the days to come. When you heart feels so heavy and your tears will not stop, call on the love of our Heavenly Father. He will never leave you, he is there waiting to hold you and help you step by step! I am very sorry for your pain and pray that you will have the strength to carry on knowing that there are people who care now and always will.

Amanda Firth
Wife of Police Officer

January 17, 2008

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

January 17, 2008

To my fellow brother, may God be with you. Know that the ones responsible for your untimely senseless death will be held accountable. My prayers are with you and your family.

SPECIAL AGENT
USSS

January 17, 2008

May God Bless you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Wanda Ryan, Reserve Deputy
Reeves County SO, TX

January 17, 2008

For once, I have no words...my brother in blue, rest in peace. And for your family there is undending prayer.

Miller
CPPD

January 17, 2008

This was absolutely senseless. Rest in peace, brother. We'll take it from here. My thoughts are with the Bryant family during this difficult time.

Alabama Police Officer

January 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and department. Rest in peace brother.

Ptl S. Carr #3464
Griffin PD

January 17, 2008

I am praying for the DeKalb County Police Department and for those in law enforcement everywhere.

May God wrap his arms around Peace Officers and keep us safe from danger seen and unseen.

Det. Sgt. Latricia Allen
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

January 17, 2008

God bless you and your family, brother. May you rest in peace.

Captain Gary Graham (RET)
Denver Police Department

January 17, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER, WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

January 17, 2008

REST IN PEACE OFFICER BRYANT

Deputy
Monroe County Sheriff's Office NY

January 16, 2008

Your so young just like my son! May you rest in peace. Your service and dedication will not be forgotten. May your family find comfort in knowing you are with God. Good bless you and watch over your family always.....

Lorna A. Ring
Mother of Officer Joselito A. Barber EOW 08-13-06 Seattle PD, WA.

January 16, 2008