Oakland Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, March 21, 2009
Reflections for Sergeant Daniel Takashi Sakai
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve peace and fulfill your duties. You will not be forgotten brother.
Police Officer Jonathan Ho
Chicago police
March 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve peace and fulfill your duties. You will not be forgotten brother.
Police Officer Jonathan Ho
Chicago police
March 24, 2009
God Bless you Sergeant Sakai. My thoughts are with your family. Thank you for your service and protection. You will never be forgotten!
Jim Biggs - St. Louis
Brother of Sgt. William Biggs EOW 2-7-08
March 24, 2009
My words will not be enough but I offer them anyway...I am so very sorry for such a tragic loss. My thoughts and deepest prayers are with the Oakland Police Department, family, friends and all who serve. Rest easy now officers, you will never be forgotten.
Deputy
Michigan
March 24, 2009
You're home, brother. Get some rest. We'll join you in a few. You will NOT be forgotten.
Ty Norling
Sergeant
Warrant Division
Harris County Constables Office Pct 5
Brother of Fallen Officer Jason Norling EOW 10-01-07
Sgt. Ty P. Norling
Harris County Constables Office Precinct 5
March 24, 2009
Rest in peace. Thank you for your service, you are a true hero.
JB
Daughter of a police officer
March 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sergeant Sakai. Thank you Sergeant Sakai for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO! Rest in Peace Sir...
Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994
March 24, 2009
My condolences to the family of Sergeant Daniel Sakai for the loss of Daniel. He gave his life so that the community could be safer and we are indebted for him for that. Although no words of sympathy can ease the loss you bear, still, may you find some comfort knowing others truly care.
Respectfully yours,
Anne Butterfield Weills
3632-64th Avenue
Oakland, California 94605
Anne Butterfield Weills
citizen of Oakland
March 24, 2009
All of our prayers are with your family and your brothers and sisters in blue. While there are no words that can comfort you in this time, know that we are standing by your side, holding the line.
Officer Elliott
Battle Creek Police Department, Michigan
March 24, 2009
As a fellow SWAT member my heart goes out to you and your family. My you rest in peace my brother. We will always have your six.
Deputy
Polk County Sheriffs Office/SWAT
March 24, 2009
Rest in peace brother.
Officer
Schaumburg PD
March 24, 2009
May you Rest in Peace my brother..God will always be with you and your family.
Trooper
New York State Police
March 24, 2009
As I look at the smiling picture of you it makes me sad. You will be missed. You were so young. Bless your friends and family.
Anonymous
March 24, 2009
To the family of Sergeant Sakai and the brother/sister officers of the Oakland Police Department,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each and every one of you as you go through one of the most painful things in life. May you find the strength to carry on and get through this terrible tragedy. Never forget the ultimate sacrifice that your angel, Daniel Sakai made.
Lt. Lisa and Sgt. Martin Dadio
New Haven Police Department, CT.
March 24, 2009
Rest in Peace Brother,you are a Hero! May God place his Loving arms around your family and the Oakland Police Department.
Deputy A.J Shrader
Montgomery Co. Virginia Sheriff's Office
March 24, 2009
To Sgt Sakai and Family,
Thank-you for your service to the citizens of Oakland and the State of California. We have lost four heroes. Your bravery and sacrifice will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. Our deepest condolences to your family and the brave men and women of the Oakland Police Department during this most difficult time. You will never be forgotten!
Dacia Young
Proud Wife of Ret CHP (8978)
March 24, 2009
God bless all your members, our sincere condolences on your loss
Fire Chief Paul Hurst
View Royal Fire, Victoria BC Canada
March 24, 2009
Rest In Peace My Brother, We Will Take It From Here.
PO Samuel Henard
Knoxville Poice Department (TN)
March 24, 2009
You've fought the noble fight and now God has called you home. Return to Him in honor, my brother, and rest forever in peace. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. You are my Hero!
Jeff
Former GPD Officer
March 24, 2009
My deepest and heart-felt condolences to the family of Sergeant Sakai. I am saddened and angry by this senseless act, and my heart is breaking for Sergeant Sakai's family. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts. God be with you all. Sergeant Sakai you are truly a hero.
Cheryl
Resident, San Mateo County
March 24, 2009
Your job is done here on earth. Go in peace to patrol the streets of heaven. May God ease the pain of your family. Rest in peace brother.
R. Carrillo
California Highway Patrol
March 24, 2009
Our prayers and condolences are with you. All our families stand with you in your grieve. May God's peace find you in time. God's Speed Sergeant Sakai.
Deputy Todd Walsh and Family
Montgomery County Sheriff Dept. Indiana
March 24, 2009
It was a sad roll call as we covered the incident in Oakland, California. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who was involved with this traggic incident. California law enforcement should be proud of the way they conducted themselves. God bless the four brothers in blue who made the ultimate sacrafice. To friends and family; my heart aches for your loss.
Police Officer
Minnesota
March 24, 2009
Sis PACIS VOS MUST INSTRUO PRO BELLUM.Thank you for your service you have made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest in peace my brother.
Trooper Ragusa
Florida Highway Patrol
March 24, 2009
Rest in peace brother.
Officer Phillips
Anne Arundel County Police MD
March 24, 2009
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