Florida Highway Patrol, Florida
End of Watch Friday, February 2, 2024
Reflections for Trooper Zachary Fink
Father God be near their broken hearts and bring them peace during this time of mourning
Retired Police Officer and Law enforceme
Ansonia Connecticut
February 2, 2024
Peace be with the Family, our Sympathy for your loss. Trooper Fink died while trying to protect others from this felon. 10-7, 10-42, we have the watch from now on.
Chief Perry S Turner retired
City of South Miami PD
February 2, 2024
Requiescat in Paces
Sergeant (Retired) Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD
February 2, 2024
Too young a Warrior to die. "Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."
Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain
February 2, 2024
On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Trooper Zachary Fink. Please know we are eternally grateful for Zachary’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Trooper Fink, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Florida Highway Patrol in Tallahassee, Florida for Zachary’s partner and fellow Troopers. POINT 27 also sent three Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Trooper Zachary Fink’s parents and fiancée.
POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
February 2, 2024
Too Young Too Soon. Godspeed My Brother-REST in ETERNAL PEACE
SGT. Donald Harvey retired
Maricopa County Sheriffs Office - Arizona
February 2, 2024
It is a solemn day in the state of Florida. We have lost a great Trooper, son, fiancé, and man. Everyone at the FHP will forever remember your sacrifice.
All gave some, you gave all.
Rest easy, brother.
Trooper Jordan Sapp
Florida Highway Patrol
February 2, 2024
Blessed are the Peacemakers for they are the children of God.
Matthew 5 v 9
His service and commitment will never be forgotten. May he Rest In Peace.
Retired First Sgt. J. Mastronardi
Maryland State Police
February 2, 2024
Rest in Peace my brother.
Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division
February 2, 2024
May he have eternal peace
Tpr. B.D. Pack (retired)
Ohio State Highway Patrol
February 2, 2024
In light of the recent show of disrespect towards good law enforcement officers in New York City by those who have broken the law by being in our country illegally, I would like to add my name to the list of those who feel that it is more than fit to honor Trooper Fink and all who keep us and our families safe in this dangerous world that we live in.
RIP Trooper Fink
Jerry Hensley, CO III (Retired)
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
February 2, 2024
So sad. Thank you for your service. Hopefully the State of Florida will make all agencies put in a new pursuit policy so these offenders will know that you can’t run in the State of Florida
Asst Chief (Ret) R. Sheppard
Thonotosassa Fire Department
February 2, 2024
Rest in Paradise Brother Trooper. Prayers for your family and co-workers. Thank you for your service.
Retired M/Sgt Lisa Ditzler
Illinois State Police D-16
February 2, 2024
Lord Jesus Christ, the endeavors of America’s Peace Officers are often thankless. They must deal daily with the most wicked and volatile members of society. Sometimes, this interaction even costs them their lives. For this example, we praise and thank You. For like You, they are often mocked and scorned. Yet, even for their enemies, they laid down their lives. In Your mighty and holy name, and by Your authority, I pray. Amen.
Scripture Supporting the Law Enforcement Mission:
“So those who refuse to obey the laws of the land are refusing to obey God, and punishment will follow. For the policeman [peace officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don’t want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman [peace officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [the peace officer] will have you punished. He [the peace officer] is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should.” [Romans 13:2-5 TLB]
Scriptures for Support, Hope, and Comfort:
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]
[Jesus Said,] “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 ESV]
And he [Jesus] said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.” [Luke 23:43 ESV]
Captain Steven R. Closs, (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ministry: Intercessor for America's Peace Officers
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - US
February 2, 2024
Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family and your Department.
Sergeant Monica Veney
[email protected]
February 2, 2024
Zach, thank you for your service and dedication to our agency and the citizens of Florida. I pray for your fiancé and parents. We lost a good Trooper, but heaven needed you. Rest in peace, Brother.
Senior Trooper Peter Hooker
Florida Highway Patrol Troop-K Orlando
February 2, 2024
Rest in peace Brother Zachary, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.
Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73
Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department
February 2, 2024
RIP 1550 #FHPSTRONG
philip isenberg
February 2, 2024
God Bless you and your family.
Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)
February 2, 2024
Bless you Warrior and your family. May God comfort you as you enter into his kingdom.
Officer Buc Weaver
SCSPD
February 2, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Orlando Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service
February 2, 2024
God bless you Zachary Fink. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. Thank you for patrolling and protecting Florida roads for 3 years. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your fiancée, mother, and father.
Grateful citizen Ryan P.
February 2, 2024
Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.
BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher
February 2, 2024
You served with dignity and honor . RIP Brother
Lieutenant Brian LaRussa
NYPD ( Ret )
February 2, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
February 2, 2024
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