Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God bless you Austin Machitar. 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 mother, father and sister.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

August 28, 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

August 28, 2024

Officer Machitar 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 over 5 years of commitment to law enforcement service, your family, and the San Diego Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall Georges Mills, NH

August 28, 2024

I’m really gonna miss you brother. This one is so hard. The pain is so deep. I can’t stop thinking about all the times we had together. Your smile was so infectious. You were one of the funniest people I knew. You were one of my favorite people. An amazing person, and amazing cop.

You had such a positive impact on so many people. I love you bro. I’m gonna miss seeing you. I wish I knew our last conversation we had was our last. You were such a good friend. You loved and cared for everyone.

I know you’re in heaven now watching over all of us as we go 10-8 now.

Police Officer M. Ragsac #7294
San Diego Police Department Northern Division Night Beach Team

August 28, 2024

I did not know you Off Machitar, but as a fellow officer my heart is saddened by your loss. You undoubtedly performed your service exceptionally well and the Angels will greet you with open arms. My prayers to your family for their Peace upon this tragic loss. Godspeed Officer Machitar.

Officer Christina Priest
Ret. Court Officer Middlesex County, Boston, Massachusetts

August 28, 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)

August 28, 2024

There was a time, long ago, when you just did not run from the police. Where has that respect for authority gone ? L.A.P.D. had unmarked units with only a red spotlight on a cord that rested on the dash below the windshield. That was sufficient. You stopped.

Tim Liddell
CA Hwy Patrol 5342 ( retired )

August 28, 2024

Officer Machitar, thank you for your service to the community. Rest in peace.

Police Officer Ryan Santos
MCAS Miramar Provost Marshal's Office

August 28, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of Police Officer Austin Machitar. 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 San Diego Police Department, California.

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

August 28, 2024

Thank you for your serving heart and the life you lead. God bless your family and protect them and all who serve to keep us all safe. My heart breaks for your children. I will keep them in my prayers as time goes by.

Michelle Leary
San Diego County citizen

August 28, 2024

The men and women of the Simi Valley Police Department would like you to know that their thoughts and condolences are with you, San Diego, during this difficult and tragic time.

Chaplain - Janet Seghi
Simi Valley Police Department

August 28, 2024

"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart Florida Police Chaplain

August 28, 2024

Thank you for your service Officer Machitar. Prayers to your family and the men and women of the San Diego Police Department.

Chief William M. Renye
Grand Blanc Township Police Department

August 28, 2024

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

August 28, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother -Hero

Sgt. D.R. Harvey retired
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Az

August 28, 2024

Thank you for your service Officer Machitar. 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

August 28, 2024

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Austin Machitar 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 Austin Machitar.

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

August 28, 2024

My deepest condolences to the parents of Police Officer Austin Machitar, and also to his sister. May Austin's soul forever rest peacefully in Heaven.

First Sergeant Thomas M. Webb (Retired)
New York State Police - Troop D

August 28, 2024

Rest in peace, Officer Machitar. Thank you for your service.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

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

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

August 28, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Austin, you 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

August 28, 2024

Rest in Peace Officer Machitar. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

August 28, 2024

RIP BROTHER

Sgt Theresa Davis (retired)
Lapeer County Sheriff

August 28, 2024

Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Officer Austin Machitar

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

August 28, 2024

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

August 28, 2024

My thoughts and prayers are with his family, brother and sister of the blue line and friends.
Thankyou for your service

Michele Barzal

August 28, 2024