By Michael V. Cusenza
Borough communities last week expressed their gratitude for the daily service and sacrifice of the members of their local City Police Department’s precinct for National Police Week.
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Holden
Honoring Officer Walsh on Saturday in Maspeth.
Councilmembers Joann Ariola (R-Ozone Park) and Bob Holden (D-Maspeth) visited the 104th Precinct muster room to deliver food and some words of encouragement to the officers eager to head out on patrol.
“We wanted to remind them that the community stands with them and to prioritize their mental health,” Holden said.
“We want the City and the world to know that we backtheblue,” Ariola said. “Our officers are facing mistreatment and disrespect everyday and we want you to know that there are more of us who support you than not. Thank you for your selfless dedication to our city.”
Photo Courtesy of Councilwoman Ariola
On Thursday, Councilwoman Ariola visited the 100th Precinct on Rockaway Beach Boulevard.
On Thursday, Ariola visited the 100th Precinct on Rockaway Beach Boulevard.
“Your courage, bravery and selfless dedication to our city does not go unnoticed,” the councilwoman said.
On Saturday, dozens of family, friends, and former colleagues gathered at Arnold Avenue and 54th Place in Maspeth to honor the memory of Police Officer Robert Walsh, who was shot and killed on Jan. 12, 1981, attempting to stop a robbery while off-duty. The corner of Arnold Avenue and 54th Place has been co-named in his honor.
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Holden
Ariola and Holden receive declarations of appreciation from the NYPD and POPPA, a peer-support organization for cops.
“We will never forget him,” Holden said.
