Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

November 5, 2024

Thank you for your service Officer Martinez. Prayers to your family and the men and women of the Chicago Police Department.

Chief William M. Renye
Grand Blanc Township Police Department

November 5, 2024

Rest in peace, Officer Martinez. 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

November 5, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

November 5, 2024

Rest in peace brother in blue.

Capt. Moise Bonheur (retired)
MTA Bridges and Tunnels

November 5, 2024

R.I.P Brave Soul. "Blessed our the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God"

Officer M. Freer
Marietta GA PD

November 5, 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)
Federal Air Marshal Service

November 5, 2024

My condolences to his family, colleagues and friends. Thank you for your service. You are an example of courage and bravery. You took care for the safety of your community. Have eternal rest and the Lord’s light may be casted upon you eternally.

US Navy ⚓️Veteran Rafael Martínez
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November 5, 2024

Rest in Peace my dear brother. Thank you for your service to our great profession. Too many of our brothers and sisters have paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their communities. Prayers to your family and friends in this difficult time.

Lt. Jeff Petty
Goodlettsville, Tennessee Police Department

November 5, 2024

Rest in Peace Officer Martinez. 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

November 5, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Police Officer Enrique Martinez. 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 Chicago Police Department, Illinois.

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

November 5, 2024

Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.

BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher

November 5, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

November 5, 2024

God bless you Enrique Martinez. 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 to the Chicago Police Department and Enrique’s family.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

November 5, 2024

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer

November 5, 2024

RIP

Major Robert Jenkins
North Bay Village PD

November 5, 2024

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

November 5, 2024

Rest in Paradise Brother Officer. Prayers for your family and co-workers. Thank you for your service.

Retired M/Sgt Lisa Ditzler
Illinois State Police D-16

November 5, 2024

Rest in Peace Officer Martinez. You were brave and patrolled the city of Chicago earnestly and strongly.

Jack McCoy
Citizen

November 5, 2024

Dear Superintendent Larry Snelling:

I hope this reflection 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 Enrique Martinez, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Officer Martinez’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 Martinez’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 Martinez 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 of knowing him.

To you, Superintendent Snelling, and the entire Chicago 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 Police Officer Enrique Martinez, a brave and dedicated professional, 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)

November 5, 2024

Condolences. You have been a wonderful officer and will always be. Your suffering ends now. May God grant you the gate to heaven.

Civilian Concerned Civilian For the safe
No agency

November 5, 2024

God rest your soul, Officer Enrique Martinez. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

November 5, 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)

November 5, 2024

There are never any words that could possibly make sense of this.

Rest in peace Officer.

Kurt Kaner
Gold Star Family Member

November 5, 2024