Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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, Austin Machitar, 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 Zachary Martinez who is in critical condition for a safe and speedy recovery.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

August 27, 2024

I extend my deepest condolences for the loss of Officer Machitar. His service and sacrifice will always be remembered. My thoughts are with the police Department and all who knew and loved him during this difficult time.

U.S. Navy Veteran

August 27, 2024

God of Justice, I am grateful for the lives and sacrifices of America’s Peace Officers. They died serving us. Help us never forget. Help us celebrate their lives and honor their sacrifices. Be with the families of America's Fallen Peace Officers. Comfort them and give them Your Strength and Peace. Guide us as we seek to take care of the families of these fallen heroes. May we care for them with integrity. In commemorating the deaths of these fallen heroes, help us also to remember that death is not the end. Death does not have the final say, but is simply the transition from this earthly life to the heavenly life yet to come. This assurance was guaranteed to all believers upon the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. We look forward to that life to come with joy and anticipation. Thank You, Lord God, for hearing this prayer. In the mighty and holy name of Christ Jesus, Your dear Son, and by His Authority, I pray. Amen.

Holy Scripture Verses of Comfort and Hope:

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]

"Those who mourn are blessed, for they will be comforted." [Matthew 5:4 HCSB]

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

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

August 27, 2024

I look at this website everyday to read about fallen heroes, and officer Machitar is one of them. Thank you for your service and rest in peace sir

U.S. Navy veteran

August 27, 2024