Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May Your Sacrifice Not Be In Vain.

Thank you for your service Investigator Samuel Poloche.
May you rest in peace.

Condolences to family, friends, and to the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections,
may the citizens of the United States of America wake up and bring back Law & Order.

Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department

April 30, 2024

God bless you Investigator Samuel Poloche, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

April 30, 2024

My thoughts and prayers are with your family Investigator Poloche. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Tonya LaFarr, Des Moines Iowa
Private Citizen, Law Enforcement Supporter

April 30, 2024

Dear Secretary Todd Ishee:

I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Investigator Samuel Poloche, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Investigator Poloche’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Investigator Poloche’s, and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Investigator Poloche had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.

To you, Secretary Ishee, and the entire North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 44+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support you and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Investigator Poloche be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

April 30, 2024

Thank you for service and ultimate sacrifice! God bless you and your family.

Joseph Strickler, Captain (Retired)
Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, TN

April 30, 2024

Investigator Poloche, thank you for your service and bravery and I extend to his family and to his department the thanks from all of his brothers and sisters in corrections at Tier Talk and Keepers of Kaos. Rest in Peace sir! You will not be forgotten.

Sergeant Russell Hamilton
CDCR Retired
Founder, Keepers of Kaos FB
Contributor at Tier Talk YT

April 30, 2024

Investigator Elliot, thank you for your service and bravery and i extend to his family and to his department the thanks from all of his brothers and sisters in corrections at Tier Talk and Keepers of Kaos. Rest in Peace sir!

Sergeant Russell Hamilton
CDCR Retired
Founder, Keepers of Kaos FB
Contributor at Tier Talk YT

April 30, 2024

God Bless You Brave Warrior.

K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters
Indiana State Police

April 30, 2024

Praying for the family and law enforcement of North Carolina! Law enforcement lives matter! Please pray for them!

Douglas Pitts
Faith Baptist Church, primrose,ga

April 30, 2024

Thank you for your service Investigator Poloche. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers during this tragic time. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

April 30, 2024

Your courage and ultimate sacrifice will be remembered. To your wife, children and family members I offer my heartfelt sympathy and condolences. You are a hero, not just because you worked behind the wall but because I knew you. See you in heaven, brother.

Griffin Felt, CO 1, Retired
Massachusetts Department of Corrections

April 30, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Investigator, Samuel Polache, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Investigator makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the three Police Officers and one Deputy United States Marshall that were wounded for a safe and speedy recovery.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

April 30, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

April 30, 2024

My deepest condolences to the Poloche family. May God bless the Poloche and Elliott families. May Samuel's soul rest peacefully in Heaven.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

April 30, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Samuel, 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

April 30, 2024

May Almighty God hold the families, friends and coworkers of these fallen Heroes in His Loving and Comforting arms. Thank you all for your service.

Andy Kirkland
100 Club of Wharton County

April 30, 2024

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

April 30, 2024

God bless you Sam Poloche. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your wife and children.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

April 30, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

April 30, 2024

Blessed are the peacemakers.

Thank you for your service, dedication, heroism and commitment in the face of evil. May God bless your family and agency.

Never forget.

Adrienne Smith
Wife of Late Captain Reginald Smith

April 30, 2024

RIP my Brother,
I will pray for your Family, Friends & Law Enforcement Family.
Thank you for, your Service, Honor and Sacrifice ><>

Major J.D. Nolin (Ret.)
Chaplain ><>
Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

Major J.D. Nolin (Ret.) Chaplain ><
Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

April 30, 2024

Rest In Peace, Investigator Poloche. 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

April 30, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

April 30, 2024

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.

April 30, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (ret.)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement

April 30, 2024