Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was operating RMP 414 on the night of occurrence and was assigned to assist at the scene with the search for Matt Giglio,s killer. The subject and his girl friend had committed a burglary to which Matt had responded. I was directed as a uniform officer to complete an area search of the adjoining neighborhood with CPU (plainclothes) officers. We went from house to house and searched every yard, moving from one direction toward another hoping to force the subject to a point of capture. Eventually the subject was captured. When caught, the subject indicated that he had climbed a tree to hide at one point, and that officers had passed under the tree several times during the search. The subject went on to indicate that had the officers looked up into the tree to find him there, he would have shot them.

P.O. Joel Fuoco
Nassau County Police

December 16, 2016

I am wondering if Officer Giglio was related to my family. My Grandparents were James and Beatrice Giglio also living in Valley Stream NY. Regardless I wish his family peace and love and to remember the good memories and know that Officer Giglio and his sacrifice in the line of duty will not be forgotten.

Anne Fearon

October 28, 2016

The passing of John Mackenzie means that justice has been served. My prayers be with the friends and family of Officer Giglio. I hope that they can find some closure and heal from this tragedy.

To Officer Matthew Giglio himself, many thanks for your service to our country. RIP

John Haseltine - Civilian

August 6, 2016

My "No Parole" Letter was sent last week. I pray the Parole Board does the right thing again. Prayers to all.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County, NY Police Department

June 16, 2016

Proud to send my No Parole letter today. God bless the family, friends, and former co-workers of Officer Giglio who still suffer the pain of this loss every day.

Sr. Ptlmn Donnie Meaders(RET)
Wewoka (OK) Police Department

June 3, 2016

Matt was an inspiration. I had 1 1/2 years on at that point and was impressed that you could be a Police Officer and a Medic at the same time. After his death, I made it my goal to achieve that extra training and follow in his footsteps. Thanks Matt! You were taken from us way too soon! Great Cop, Great Medic!! God Bless you!!

Detective Mike Irise
Nassau County Police Department

December 17, 2015

I said a little prayer today for Police Officer Giglio and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

December 15, 2015

There are some things one should never forget and that night is one of them. I worked with Matt in the 5th Pct. I worked a 4x12 and saw Matt in the station house just prior to his going out on patrol in his ambulance. Never thought it would be his last tour. Matt was a good cop, great AMT and a fine human being. A loss to many. We lost too many RIP Matt.

Detective, retired
Nassau County Police Department

December 16, 2014

Officer Giglio was my training officer for my clinical rotation to become and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician in 1974. He was a true gentleman and I enjoyed the two days we spent together. Also, as a resident of the Fifth Precinct, it gave me and my family great comfort to get to know one of the dedicated officers who put their lives on the line for all of us. I will remember his forever. May he rest in eternal peace.

Gary Urbanowicz

April 16, 2014

I will always remember Officer Giglio. He was in Mercy hospital in ICU & my Mother was next door in CCU. everyday the cops thought he was doing better. They brought a Blender to grindup his food so he could eat, but sadly he passed away

ANN COSTIGAN
POLICE FAMILY MEMBER

December 16, 2013

A "No Parole" letter for the thug that killed you has been sent. You will never be forgotten!

Kristi Porter
Police Family Survivor

June 8, 2012

A "No parole" letter has been sent, so your cowardly killer remains locked up - and denied the pleasure of living in a world that you made safe for all of us.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret)
Nassau County, NY Police Department

June 6, 2012

I have sent a "No Parole" letter today and urged all my friends here in Memphis, TN to do the same. Thank you for your service, Officer Giglio. I know your family misses you every day.

Anna B. Hamilton
Family and Friends on MPD

June 1, 2012

My letter requesting 'no parole' for your killer is being sent out today. Thank you for your service, PO Giglio, and may you continue to rest in peace.

Gregory Leeb
Grandson of retired NYPD officer/Grandson of State Police Detective

June 1, 2012

I mailed my "No Parole" letter this morning. I was honored to do so.
Thank you for your time of service. RIP

Randalyn Benson
Survivor/Daughter of Chief James Leonard Speer

June 1, 2012

Thank you Officer Giglio for your fine service and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in Nassau County, NY. You are a true AMERICAN HERO !!!!!

May you continue to rest in peace, my brother.

I was both honored and proud to send out my 'no parole' letter today on your behalf. Your cold blooded killer should never see the 'light' of day again.

Sgt. Mitch Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

June 1, 2012

Sir, Thank You for your service, My letter went out today, RIP brother of the badge.

Bob Reed, Retired Police Officer
South Lake Tahoe Police Department

June 1, 2012

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

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

May 21, 2012

Cousin Matt you were remembered again today at the NYS FOP Memorial Ceremony in Hicksville, NY where your name is inscribed on the Memorial Wall. Then again, you are remembered often within the NCPD family. You where shot when I was a rookie, never giving us the reflections of our family and the job. You are surely missed and remembered by many.
Second-Cousin, Brother P.O. Gene Albanese, Retired

P.O. Gene Albanese / Retired
NCPD

May 5, 2012

I'll never forget Matt and the night he was shot. We searched throughout the night and knew we had McKensie, (the shooter) cornered. He took aim at least twice more during the night but new his weapon discharge would expose his position hiding up a tree. Matt suffered before passing and Mckensie should die behind bars for what he did that night.

PO Allan Wicklund
Nassau County PD

December 26, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 36th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Time never diminishes respect.
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 16, 2011

As many other Officer were I was worked that shift that night (in the Sixth Precinct). When the initial notification came over, all other radio traffic was cleared and we listened very intently and prayed he would be allright. My residence was about One (1) mile from the scene. My wife called me while I was on duty scared and concetned about all the sirens and lights. I told her what had occurred and told her to ensure the doors were locked and to have my "off duty" weapon ready. A few days later I remember the public's outrage and anger of what happed and wondered why we "brought him in alive". Remember the funeral and the eulogy. GOD BLESS MATT

Police Officer F. Nicolini (ret)
Nassau County Police Department

December 16, 2011

Mattie;
You relieved me the night of your accident. It would have been me at the burglary if you stayed home like I told you to. Your always in my heart and I think of you every day. Rest in peace my friend. Phil

P.O. Philip P. Ortner, AEMT Retired
NCPD

February 7, 2011

It has been thirty-five years since your death. I am reminded almost every day as I pass a street in Nassau County named in your honor. You are a hero that was never forgotten. May GOD continue to watch over you and your family.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

December 16, 2010

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.


Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

December 2, 2010