Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace, brother. I know we hadn't talked since we were in school together, playing on basketball teams. I never got the honor to work with you, but you were a great man and a great officer. Your presence will be missed, and there is now a hole in everyone's heart who knew you. God bless.

Special Agent Brenten Cain
Diplomatic Security Sevice

June 1, 2024

My brother rest in peace! I am glad to have shared all the laughs and triumphs with you throughout the beginning of my career with New Mexico State Police you showed me what it is to be patient and dedicated every time we worked together. I truly feel blessed to have shared my time and memories with you.

I remember the times we went to calls together and many welfare checks and public assists and seeing how you went out of your way every time to help people using your own tools, I will truly cherish all the memories we had together including the ones were we would go spend time together eating breakfast, lunch or dinner during our shift together .

I am glad to have shared a hug together before I went to a different assignment. Justin you went above and beyond and were a loving family man and dedicated State Police Officer I truly believe you were an angel sent from heaven to make an impact on all of our lives! Thank you conejo

J. Martinez Patrolman
New Mexico State police

May 17, 2024

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

April 25, 2024

Rest in heavenly peace, Patrolman Hare. Thank you for your service.

In honor of our fallen heroes,
Lisa Lane

April 23, 2024

We know from the Holy Scriptures that Peace Officers have a sacred task to enforce the laws of the land to protect the innocent and punish the guilty:

"For the policeman [Peace Officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him [her]. 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 [she] will have you punished. He [She] 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: 3-5 TLB]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Clergy
Independent Christian Law Enforcement Chaplain
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

April 17, 2024

From the family of officer Justin Hare. Any and all support and kind words have been a blessing for us. It is truly helping us to heal, we have read all reflections for our son to this point Terry and I (James) thank you for all of your kind words this has touched our hearts. For those of you who still wear the uniform, know, WE HAVE YOUR BACK! For all retired and passed, we thank you for your service. To all civilians and others , thank you, we will need your support in the future. This is the beginning of a long road, continuing Justin's goal, to make our world safer place for all of us!

Terry and James Hare
Parents of Justin Hare

April 10, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Patrolman Hare. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at New Mexico State Police.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

April 5, 2024

When I looked at this story I realise this could have been anybody who wears the badge, who answers the calls for service or just simply in this case a welfare check. I feel deep sadness for the family’s of both first responders killed on and off duty and I wish and hope they can recover from this kind of horrific situation. Sending warm prayers to the agency and the family’s

Deputy J. D. Smith
Barnwell County Sheriff’s office

April 3, 2024

No words to express the sadness as I read this narrative. Many prayers to the family and co-workers of Patrolman Hare. Godspeed and thank you for your sacrifice and service. This world is is a better place because the fingerprint you have left on it.

LT. Tom Larsen
Ormond Beach Police Dept.
Ormond Beach, FL

April 1, 2024

My thoughts and prayers are with all of your loved ones, friends, & co-workers.
Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your service to protect.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

April 1, 2024

Rest In Peace.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

March 31, 2024

May you rest in gods hands. God bless your family and friends.

PO Andrea Canttafio
NYPD

March 30, 2024

Rest In Peace, Patrolman Hare. Thank you for your service.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time. May God stand in the gap of your absence and provide an extra measure of love and protection for your beloved children. May these precious children grow up knowing of your heroism.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement

March 29, 2024

RIP brother we will take it from here friend!

Etowah County Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Sheriff

March 29, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother!!

Undersheriff Victor Manata
Union County Sheriff’s Office ( New Jersey )

March 29, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother,

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

March 27, 2024

Condolences to his family and his friends

Carson loveless

March 26, 2024

I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.

REST IN PEACE MIGHTY WARRIOR

Chris Welby/Detective
St. Charles City Police- Missouri

March 26, 2024

Rest easy brother.

Trooper
Michigan State Police

March 26, 2024

They say, and I strongly believe that hero’s live forever. May the memory of Patrolman Justin Hare live on in the hearts and souls of all Americans now and always. To Justin’s family, friends and colleagues at the New Mexico State Police; may you find comfort knowing that God has a very special place in heaven for those who protect and serve. God’s Speed Justin!

Reserve Deputy Brian Jacobsen
Mahaska County Iowa Sheriff’s Office

March 26, 2024

My son is a Sergeant at a local department and I worry about these types of unexplainable and devastating situations daily!
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the officers family, including those in blue!

Law Enforcement Mom

March 26, 2024

I am assured this officer is with our Heavenly Father. My sincere condolences to his entire family and NMSP. This man was a light in such a dark world and that will never change. We should all strive to live a life as respectable as his. Praying for justice and praying for his loved ones.

Thank you Officer Hare. New Mexico loves you.

civilian
LEO wife

March 25, 2024

Your heart was in the right place you wanted to serve the community. May your family and friends take comfort that the lord has him in his arms. My condolences

Citizen
Civilian

March 24, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

March 24, 2024

Rest in peace, Patrolman Hare. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

March 23, 2024