Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Reflections for Police Officer Fadi Mukhlis Shukur
To Officer Shukur,
My name is Student Police Officer Heksem. I’ve done some extensive digging into your story, & yet I can only process maybe a fraction of the shockwave your story brings.
You were young, with experience in the armed forces, newly married, with an amazing sounding honeymoon; fresh on the job with only 18 months on duty, and had a whole life ahead that was full of plans waiting to be fulfilled.
I feel strongly that someone took that away from you. The worst part of it is that it wasn’t only you that they took from. That someone also took from your wife, your family, your partner, your friends, the city, and your future. I truly pray that you rest easy, & may the ones that survived you have peace. I ask that you even watch over & protect other officers & me as I enter the profession that we love.
Student Police Officer Dezmond Heksem
Silent Partner
May 11, 2024
To the family of Officer Shukur, my name is Student Police Officer Ann Jones. I honor your loved one as my silent partner. I did not know Officer Shukur, however, my heart is filled with admiration to know he gave his life to his community in the performance of his duty. I read that Officer Shukur's dream was to always help people when they were in need. Much like him, I will strive towards this honorary dream. It is my pleasure to carry his name in my memory.
Student Police Officer
Ann Jones
Class 2023 F
April 20, 2023
I met your mother and father today, while at Yates. I enjoyed talking to them and hearing about you. You probably watched us talking. Just know people still think about ya and remember you!
Observer RYAN S
Trijicon
October 16, 2022
Officer Shukur, I miss you man I really do.
I’m hurting thinking about you today.. I’m sorry I really am. Please rest well and watch over us.
Po/DPD
Detroit police department
November 12, 2021
Each year around this time my heart hurts for you and your family, brother. I think of you every day when my shifts start and I know you’re watching each and every one of us with our Heavenly Father.
J. Finazzo
17-H, DPD
August 12, 2021
Woke up thinking about you today, I miss you man.. I have so much to say but im on duty and dont want to cry.. RIH.. until we meet again
Your Partner
Detroit police
May 2, 2021
God bless you thank you for your service
Nick mottola
None
August 14, 2020
Rest in peace knowing that your memory, service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
August 14, 2020
In May, as part of Law Enforcement United - The Long Ride, I was given Officer Fadi Shukur as my riding assignment. I was honored to have worn it cycling from St. Louis to Washington D.C. and then again this past week in the Cycle Across Illinois. It has been on my wrist for more than 1,500 miles.
I will continue to tell this small part of his story and wear a duplicate bracelet in his honor every year I ride. This hero will never be forgotten.
Jessica
July 27, 2019
I recently participated as support for the 2019 Cycle Across Illinois and I was honored to wear the officer down bracelet for Officer Shukur. I did not know him, but I know his sacrifice and his service will not be forgotten.
Erin O'Connell
Illinois State Police spouse
July 23, 2019
Officer Shukur, rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 14, 2019
I did not know you well, but I never heard anything but good things about you, both before and after that night. I hope you know that we're still thinking of you.
Police Officer
Detroit Police Department - Eighth Precinct
January 14, 2019
Rest in peace my brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God and you watch over your family always.
Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)
September 18, 2018
It is always sad to hear when another life is taken too soon, especially the ones devoted to such a selfless service. Rest in Paradise Officer Fadi Mukhlis Shukur.
DST K Hay / Navy Veteran
LASD
September 14, 2018
May your sacrifices in making better communities not go unnoticed. May god grant your friends family and brethren the strength to deal with this great loss. May this bring us closer in this profession and make us better servants to our creator and our communities. RIP, you are missed and will continue to be missed..
DST P Gonzalez / 1st Sergea USMC RETIRED
LASD
September 12, 2018
Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:
“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”
I know that God sends those angels to watch over our officers, sometimes to protect them and sometimes to whisk our officers into His presence.
Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.
I have lifted your family to God every morning for over seven years. I pray that Fadi's life and death will bring glory to God.
Trust those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.
Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.
Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011
September 4, 2018
Thank you for your dedicated service Police Officer Fadi Mukhlis Shukur. My condolences go out to your family, friends and the Detroit Police Department. May you rest in eternal peace.⏺️
PSO A. Marwaha
Campus Public Safety
September 2, 2018
I never met you or knew you. I retired last year and you must of joined thereafter. My old badge number was 556. Even though I never knew you I feel like a part of me died too. Rest In Peace my brother.
R. Durham
Ret. DPD
August 31, 2018
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”. Matthew 5:9
Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace, my brother.
Retired Chief of police Jim Spratlen
Durango Police Department
August 27, 2018
I am sorry to learn of the passing of a brother and hero in Police Officer Fadi Shukur. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home where he will now patrol the golden streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver blessings, comfort and peace to his family, friends and peers.
T W Martinez, Retired and FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS
August 26, 2018
Rest In Peace brother.
Corporal (Retired) Glenn Elliott
Temple Police Department--Temple,Tx
August 24, 2018
R.I.P. BROTHER Shukur!!!
Nebraska Police Officer
August 24, 2018
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Fadi Shukur on their loss. May our Lord give them all the strength and comfort they need during this time of trial. Thank you fellow officer for your dedication and service to our nation and your community. Rest in peace.
CBP Officer (retired), Luis Otero
Department of Homeland Security/Bureau of Customs & Border Protection
August 23, 2018
My sincere condolences to the entire Shukur family, especially to his wife Mrs. Fadi Shukur, and to his brothers and sisters with the Detroit Police Department. May his soul Rest In Peace.
First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired
New York State Police
August 23, 2018
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 whose 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
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
August 22, 2018
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