Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May you rest in peace Officer Santiago. Thank you for your sacrifice. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.


“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9

Sergeant Jacob M. Ruiz
Osceola Sheriff's Office, FL

July 16, 2014

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Santiago and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Santiago has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Santiago, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be.

In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Santiago is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

FBI Agent
FBI HQ, Washington, DC

July 16, 2014

This tragic incident brings tears to my eyes; to this young Officer, his family and friends, and for the Jersey City Police Department. Having spent 36 years as a Police Officer, I can only hope and pray. "The Thin Blue Line" is a little shorter today, but still as tough. Politicians keep cutting Public Safety Ranks and Budgets, but welfare continues to rise! May God welcome this young Officer. Thank-you for your service sir!!

Ret. Comm. Scott Barksdale
Broward County (Fla) and RCSD (SC)

July 16, 2014

Dear God the Father, please bring comfort and blessing to Officer Santiago's family and loved ones. This terrible loss of life brings sadness to all of us who recognize and realize that evil exists in this world and has no mercy or compassion for the innocent such as Officer Santiago. Officer Santiago died serving our country and he should be remembered always for the sacrifice he and his family has made. May God Bless Officer's Santiago's Family!

Michael Merritt
Private Citizen

July 16, 2014

God Bless you, your family, and the Jersey City Police Department. Thank you for your brave service. Rest in Peace...

Detective Jason Shepherd
Brick Township Police Department

July 16, 2014

RIP my fellow brother! Thank you for all that you have done.

Det. Chavez
Phoenix Police Department

July 16, 2014

The loss of Officer Melvin will never be forgotten. Melvin did what he was trained and loved to do. May all who knew Melvin, find comfort in your faith, from your friends and the law enforcement family.

Chaplain R. Thompson
South Charleston Police Dept.

July 16, 2014

Rest in Peace my brother in blue. Evil will never prosper as long as brave men such as yourself stand for good.

I hope in time your family and agency find peace in your passing.

"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called Sons of God." Matthew 5:9

Police Officer II D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

July 16, 2014

Rest in peace young man. Your work is done, we got it from here, brother.

To JCPD: Please know that your brothers from NYPD are thinking, and praying for you guys. Stay strong.

Police Officer
NYPD

July 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Santiago's family as well as JCPD. Pray together, cry together, stand together, during this most difficult period only God, time, and family of Blue will help bridge the void. Officer Santiago will continue his service from a position above. May God Bless You All.

Lt. Gerald J. Witkowski (Retired)
Wauwatosa PD, WI.

July 16, 2014

Rest in Peace Brother, my prayers and thoughts go to your family and your department. Bless your soul.

Trooper Mazet
Maryland State Police

July 16, 2014

RIP my brother. May God bless and protect your family as well as the Jersey City PD.

David Figueroa
Las Vegas Metro PD

July 16, 2014

Rest in peace Melvin. Your bravery is a testament to your love and loyalty to your country and it's people. God bless your soul in eternal peace.

Captain (British Army) Adrian Craddock
British Army Bomb Tech teaching NJ Police and Sherrif

July 16, 2014

As a mother of a fallen Deputy my heart feels your pain. I pray that the Lord gives you strength and comfort. Your sons memory will forever live in the heart of all those that knew and loved him. He will forever be remembered by all of the surviving families of fallen officers. His brothers in blue and brown will never let him be forgotten. I pray for peace for his family and his LEO family. Officer Santiago you will never be forgotten. R.I.P Officer Santiago in the arms of your Savior.

Caroline Sears
Mother of Deputy Sheriff Michael C. Walizer EOW 3/31/12

July 16, 2014

Officer Santiago's death is very tragic, but his death troubles me in that I can imagine the immense pride his family had for him in becoming an officer and within the same year losing him. The the intense grief and injustice must be overwhelming.

There are a lot of youth that need help out there as well as many criminals that need to be dealt with. Officer Santiago did not even have a chance to reach the amazing potential that I believe he would have surpassed. His legacy was cut short by a loser in a split second.

I offer my condolences to the family and know he would have made a huge difference in the lives of many, but in death he will never be forgotten. I am proud that men like him choose the right path which sometimes takes strength, grit, and determination but ultimately serves as a role model to so many kids.

I hope his family gets the support they deserve and Officer Santiago will rest in peace.

Pamela Cruz
Concerned citizen and supporter

July 16, 2014

To my Fallen Brother, I Salute you, You and your Family will be in my prayers. You will truley be missed. R.I.P.

Officer Renzetti
NJDOC / SOG

July 16, 2014

Officer Santiago, may you rest in peace our brother. You'll never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester Police Dept

July 16, 2014

Thoughts & Prayers are with the family both blood & blue.

NPD Wife

July 16, 2014

Rest in Peace Sir............

Officer Thomas Wiederhold Retired
Fort Worth Texas Police Department

July 16, 2014

RIP brother Santiago. May comfort come to your friends and family.

Major McAlister
Fairfax County PD

July 16, 2014

You gave the ultimate sacrifice brother. We will take it from here. From Monmouth County to Hudson County we bleed blue.

Robert Tomaino WLBPD
WLB PD

July 16, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of this young warrior. And to his fellow officers, we stand with you!

Patrolman R. Muwallif
IMPD

July 16, 2014

A man is not judged by his wealth or status, but by what he does during his life, be it many or just a few years.

Police Officer Melvin Santiago did much with his years.

My condolences to the family, including his Law Enforcement brothers and sisters.

Sergeant
Western Australia Police

July 16, 2014

RIP Brothet

PFC Matthew Froeming
U.S. Military Police

July 16, 2014

God bless brother. I'll be saying a prayer for you and your family tonight. We will take it from here....

Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

July 16, 2014