Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace my brother.

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

June 3, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Joshua, 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

June 3, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

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

June 3, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

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

June 3, 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

June 3, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Briese.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

June 3, 2024

Condolences to his family

Carson loveless

June 3, 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 Officer, Joshua Briese, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to Officer Briese's Field Training Officer who was wounded for a safe and speedy recovery.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

June 3, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Police Officer Joshua Briese. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Highways of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Gila River Police Department, Tribal Police.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

June 3, 2024

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Joshua Briese during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Police Officer Joshua Briese.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

June 3, 2024

Rest in peace, Officer Briese. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

June 2, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

June 2, 2024

Officer Briese,
A colleague, a brother, and a true professional. Your unwavering smile even in difficult situations and the unmistakable laugh will be remembered forever. You served the community with courage, resiliency, bravery and integrity.
Rest Easy with your dad, Brother. We have the watch from here.

Sgt. T. Mehta
ADCRR

June 2, 2024

All give some, some give all, Rest in Peace!

Ptl. B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

June 2, 2024

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

June 2, 2024

Rest In Peace! Thank You For Your Service!

Pedro Rodriguez; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvani
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

June 2, 2024

Dear Chief of Police Jesse Crabtree:

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 Police Officer Joshua Briese, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Officer Briese’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 Officer Briese’s family 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 Officer Briese 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, Chief Crabtree, and the entire Gila River Police Department, 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 your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Officer Briese 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)

June 2, 2024

Peace to your survivors. Your family has paid a price few have experienced.

Ret. Lt Roger Peck
Oklahoma Highway Patrol

June 2, 2024

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

June 2, 2024

I had the privilege of working with Joshua Briese during his time as an officer at the Arizona Department of Corrections ASPC PHX /Alhambra complex

He was always a joy to be around, known for his pleasant demeanor and his ability to make people laugh. In high-pressure situations,

Joshua was often one of the first to step in and assist his fellow officers, demonstrating remarkable courage.

It's heartbreaking to see the loss of such a dedicated officer. Joshua gave his life in service to his community, just as he did every day at the Arizona Department of Corrections.

His commitment to protecting others was unwavering, and his absence is deeply felt by all who knew him.

COII Neill #7382

Terry Neill
Arizona Department of corrections

June 2, 2024

Officer Briese was such an amazing young man. He was always ambitious and willing to learn. His love for law enforcement was tremendous. I had the pleasure of working with him at the Arizona Department of Corrections while he was an officer. Rest easy brother. We got it from here.

Sgt Cody Smith
Arizona Department of Corrections

June 2, 2024

I had the honor of meeting Josh and interviewing him in 2020 for the Traumas of Law Enforcement class in Bozeman, MT. He was a panelist on our survivor panel, representing the perspective of an adult child of a fallen officer. Seeing Josh following his dad's path into law enforcement is a source of pride and strength. Seeing that Josh laid down his life, as did his dad, well, there are no words. I honor Josh's faithful service and mourn his loss. Prayers for the Briese family and all who knew both men.

Chief (Ret.) Brent Newman
California Highway Patrol

June 2, 2024

My condolences to your family and friends. We stand praying to God so he keeps you close to his heart and take you to a beautiful place where one of this days all your brothers and sister will meet together to give glory to God for eternity. You answered the call to serve and protect. God and his awesome mercy will consider the live you gave away to help others and reward you with eternal happiness to his side. Rest in peace blue, RIP.

US Navy Veteran Rafael Martínez
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June 2, 2024

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

June 2, 2024

Officer Briese, a police officer should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your year of commitment to law enforcement service, to your family, and to the Gila River Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. You are on patrol in eternity with your Dad now. Rest in Peace Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

June 2, 2024