Doraville Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, November 14, 2011
Reflections for Detective Robert Shane Wilson
The loss of a Policeman hurts us all more than any other loss. He stood for what was right. He really was a pilar in the community. He really did do the right thing all of his life to get to where he is. He, is unlike how the news media builds up people who are not what they seem. The officer here as with almost all others really are genuine and care about the wrongs in the world today. We're all brothers wearing the badge,God knows above all whats in our hearts. Rest easy,you're home. Officer Brad Baird LAPD
POLICE OFFICER BRAD BAIRD
LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPT
November 14, 2011
May the Lord grant all those suffering the strength to cope with this loss. Thank You for your dedicated service Officer Wilson R.I.P
Session 51
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy
November 14, 2011
Rest in peace Brother Shane, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.
Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73
Carl Wortham Assistant Chief (retired)
Sand Springs PD OK
November 14, 2011
Rest in peace Officer Wilson, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten as we continue to battle to uphold our laws and maintain civil liberty. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Terry F. Zech
OFC TERRY F. ZECH
VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPT, DETROIT, MICHIGAN
November 14, 2011
Detective Wilson was a great officer. I had the joy of helping train him when he was new on the road. He was a all around great officer at such a young age. He will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace my brother
Sergeant Harry Hess
Morrow Police Department
November 14, 2011
I am so sorry to here about this young officer....Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. I know that you were going to a SWAT call, heading into danger with such bravery is something only a few brave men and women would be called to do. I believe that our Lord Jesus has you safe and sound in His arms. I look forward to meeting you in Heaven Officer Wilson.
I am keeping your friends, family and co workers in my prayers. I know to well the pain they are going through. I am asking for comfort through these days ahead.
May God Bless
kathy stevenson wife of fallen officer
Sgt. Howard K. Stevenson EOW 1/9/05
November 14, 2011
We have the watch from here, brother. RIP. Prayers to the family, friends and the department. Another horrible loss of a hero here close to home.
SWAT Police Officer
November 14, 2011
Rest in peace Officer Wilson.
Prayers to your family and friends.
Sgt. Randy Keenan (Ret)
City of Alameda CA. Police Department
November 14, 2011
RIP Hero!!!!!!
Lost but NEVER forgotten..
Deouty David Ghee
Rockdale County Sheriff's Department
November 14, 2011
Rest in peace brother...
Sergeant Roger Bell
Gwinnett County Police
November 14, 2011
A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Doraville Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.
Chief Steven Marshall
Washington, NH Police Department
November 14, 2011
My condolences to your parents, family and department. A very tragic and unnecesary accident. RIP
Robina Browne
Mother to Dep Sher. D B-Sanchez Honolulu EOW 2/10/2007
November 14, 2011
God Bless you and may you rest in peace. Terry Granato
Terry Granato
Border Agents Mother
November 14, 2011
Officer Wilson, You, your family, and your family in blue are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance/PresidentGenesee Valley Concerns of Police Survivors
Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance/President GV C.O.P.S.
November 14, 2011
ALWAYS HONORED......
NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
John 15:13
Deputy Chief Paul Philipps
Parsippany Police Parsippany NJ
November 14, 2011
Rest in peace Brother Robert.
Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD
November 14, 2011
In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!
"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
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
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Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
November 14, 2011
You have made the ultimate sacrifice for your community and your nation. May God grant you eternal sleep in his arms.
Deputy Chief Dan Gabehart
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, TX
November 14, 2011
I miss you, already Bro. Our SWAT Team won't be the same without you, nor our Police Dept. I would alway say you was the fastest texter in the world, I have you in my heart forever, I am missing you, I waqnt you back here with us.
SWAT Patrol/Officer Woodrow Mann
Doraville Police Dept
November 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers and go out to Officer Wilson, his family, friends and the entire Doraville Police Department. Thank you for your service Officer Wilson. We've got the watch from here.
Sergeant
Fredericksburg Police Department(VA)
November 14, 2011
No greater love hath a man who would lay down his life for a friend. You all are greater men and women since you are able, and willing to give your life for a total stranger. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and loved ones you left behind.
Robert Steele - Patrol Officer
Advanced Security Services
November 14, 2011
Officer Wilson, R.I.P now my brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and coworkers.
Scott Roberson
Augusta Coca-Cola
November 14, 2011
God Bless
Trooper
Virginia State Police
November 14, 2011
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Doraville Police Department. May you rest in peace.
Off. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police
November 14, 2011
Go rest with the saints and angels. You earned it. Prayers and condolences to your family, friends and all those in law enforcement.
Helene Pawlikowski
citizen
November 14, 2011
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