Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

May 1, 2024

"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend alone many long nights.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now, his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call and gave us his all,
And a part of America died."

Author Unknown

E.C.Proft Chief Criminal Deputy (Retired)
Island County Sheriff's Office

May 1, 2024

Sir you were brave, like and sacrificed your life for the community safety. Your family, child abd wife will be comforted by your friends and the Lord.

Citizen
Citizen

May 1, 2024

You were the bravest of all men, sacrificing all to keep others safe. You were the soldier at Valley Forge, the brave patriot dying to keep our flag from falling. You were many things. Today, you are a beloved officer, leaving behind loved ones to ensure that the loved ones of others live. God makes many things, but hardly many things as great as you.

Patricia Harrison

May 1, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you and the other officers killed in this tragic incident up in Heaven, Investigator Poloche.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

May 1, 2024

Father in Heaven We ask thee to Bless the soul of this thy servant departed Officer Samuel Polache and keep his spirit with you throughout all eternity. Bless his family and all those who mourn his passing. Give them comfort and peace. We ask thy Blessing on the other Officers who were wounded in this ambush. Give them strength to recover from their wounds. Bless their families give them comfort. This we ask in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Amen.
Chaplain Martin SC FOP Lodge 12, Myrtle Beach, SC

Chaplain George E. Martin, Sr.

International Police Association
Region 14 (NC, SC, TN, GA)

May 1, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue.

Your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.

“Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Children of God.” Matthew 5:9

Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

May 1, 2024

May God's hand of peace and comfort be on the surviving family and the rest of the Department.

Chaplain Jesse White
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D

April 30, 2024

R I P Brother

Herbie Buck Ret. Officer
NYSDOCS

April 30, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother!!

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

April 30, 2024

MY SINCERE PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH INVESTIGATOR POLOCHE AND HIS LOVED ONES. YOU HAVE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE, REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.

INV. RICH WYNN
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.

April 30, 2024

Rest in Peace Investigator Poloche. Thank you fro your service. My thoughts and prayer are with the Poloche Family and the North Carolina Department of Correction.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

April 30, 2024

Condolences to his family

Carson loveless

April 30, 2024

May you rest in peace, you are now resting in the arms of the Lord.
Sending prayers of comfort to your family, friends and coworkers.
Thank you for your service.

Sergeant David Sheetz (retired)
Houston Police Dept.

April 30, 2024

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family and Department.

Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

April 30, 2024

Investigator Poloche

I'm saddened to learn of this terrible tragedy. This has been a horrible month for law enforcement in our nation. We have lost far too many law enforcement officials to violence and senseless accidents. I will pray for your wife and two children, as well as all your friends, loved ones, family and colleagues. Rest in peace.

Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends. - John 15:13

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

April 30, 2024

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer Retired G. Krysto
Los Angeles Police Department

April 30, 2024

Rest In Peace! Thank You For Your Service!

Pedro Rodriguez; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvani
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

April 30, 2024

Rest in peace Investigator Poloche.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 30, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother

Thank you for your service and ULTIMATE SACRIFICE

Prayers for you and your family

GOD BLESS

Firefighter Ronald Lavallee
Lawrence, MA Fire Department

April 30, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother

james oneill
NYPD

April 30, 2024

Hoping you all find peace and comfort throughout this difficult time. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

April 30, 2024

There are no words to describe this horrific tragedy. May the LORD’s loving embrace keep you for eternal life.

Luis Caso, Senior U.S. Probation Officer
Retired-Eastern District of New York

April 30, 2024

On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Investigator Samuel Poloche. Please know we are eternally grateful for Samuel’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Investigator Poloche, 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 North Carolina Department of Adult Correction in Raleigh, North Carolina for Samuel’s partner and his fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent a 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 Investigator Samuel Poloche’s wife.

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

April 30, 2024

RIP Investigator Poloche. Thank you for your service to the state of North Carolina

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

April 30, 2024