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CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
K-9 Frankie, killed in the line of duty, honored with statue in Massachusetts
A statue was unveiled over the weekend honoring Frankie, the first and only Massachusetts State Police K-9 to be killed in the line of duty. The statue was dedicated outside of Massachusetts State Police general headquarters in Framingham on Sunday. Frankie was shot and killed in 2022 during a standoff at a home on Oliver Street in Fitchburg. The suspect, who police said was 38-year-old Matthew Mack, died by suicide. Police said at the time that Mack had warrants stemming from a previous shooting. Sergeant David Stucenski, Frankie's handler, was attempting to arrest Mack when he allegedly fired multiple shots toward police. Stucenski was not hurt. Frankie was rushed to Wachusett Animal Hospital in Westminster following the shooting. It was the first medical transport for a police K-9 under Nero's Law, which was passed in response to the death of K-9 Nero, whose handler, Yarmouth Police Sgt. Sean Gannon, was also killed in the line of duty in 2018. Nero's Law allows EMS to treat and transport injury police dogs. Police said in a statement following the status unveiling that the death of the 9-year veteran police dog "forever changed the course of his life, his handler, family, loved ones, and colleagues on the State Police." "This memorial provides an important, dedicated space to celebrate the life of K-9 Frankie and reflect on the enormous contributions of K-9s and their handlers to the mission of the State Police," Col. Geoffrey Noble said in a statement. The statue is located near the main entrance to the building. It was created by artisans from Utah and is a life-size bronze figure of the dog atop a granite base. An anonymous donor to the State Police Association of Massachusetts' Benevolent Fund paid for the statue to be built.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Connecticut firefighter killed in line of duty in Plainville, state police say
A Connecticut firefighter was killed in the line of duty Sunday while responding to a call in Plainville. Connecticut State Police said Firefighter Raymond Moreau was on the scene of a house fire early Sunday morning on Maria Road when a piece of equipment broke off a fire truck and hit him. Police said he died during surgery on his leg. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont directed all U.S. and state flags to be lowered in Moreau's honor Monday. "It is with extreme sadness today that we mourn the life of Plainville Firefighter Raymond Moreau, who selflessly put his life on the line to serve and protect his community," Lamont said in a statement. "Today's tragedy is another reminder about the extraordinary risk that firefighters face as part of their duties, and they are heroes for assuming these responsibilities. On behalf of the entire State of Connecticut, I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Firefighter Moreau, including his wife Chris and his colleagues at the Plainville Fire Department." The 66-year-old was a volunteer firefighter for decades in Plainville. He was also U.S. Marine Corps veteran. "We stand with the Plainville Fire Department, as they mourn the loss of a member who made the ultimate sacrifice at a house fire earlier this morning," the Plainville Police Department posted on social media. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the fallen firefighter's family, loved ones, friends, and the entire department. Rest in Peace."
Fox News
3 days ago
- Fox News
Kansas deputy fatally shot by suspect barricaded in house: sheriff
A Kansas sheriff's deputy was killed in the line of duty on Saturday afternoon after responding to a call at a home. Deputy Elijah Ming, 34, was shot by a man who had "barricaded himself inside the residence and opened fire," a Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office media release said, stating that deputies had "responded to a call for a civil standy." Ming, who had worked for the agency for nearly nine years, was taken to a hospital where he later died. About one and a half hours after police, which included the Kansas City, Kansas police department, were called to the scene, the suspect "exited the house and was taken into custody." The suspect was identified as Shawn Harris, 38, of Kansas City, Kansas, by local KSHB. "Our prayers, compassion, and heartfelt condolences are with Deputy Ming's family, friends, and the entire Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office," a Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City KS Facebook post said, which shared a picture of the fallen deputy. Sheriff Daniel Soptic asked that everyone be respectful of Ming's family and for prayers for his family, the department and the community for the loss during a press conference on Saturday night. Wyandotte Mayor Tyrone Garner said he met with Ming's wife and other members of his family at the hospital. "There are no words or comfort that can ever ease the pain of losing someone you love to senseless violence," he said. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking into what happened.
CBS News
21-07-2025
- CBS News
"Melvindale meant everything to him": Family, police honor Mohamed Said 1 year after his death
Monday marks one year since Corporal Mohamed Said of the Melvindale Police Department in Michigan was shot and killed in the line of duty. The police department honored the police officer with a memorial ceremony and community gathering on Sunday. Ahmed Said is all smiles on the outside as he helps little kids hit the target on the dunk tank during the gathering. But inside, he still mourns the loss of his brother, Mohamed Said. "Doesn't feel like it's been a whole year because we've been thinking about him every day, every second of the day, and he's always in our mind," Ahmed Said stated. The day started with a motorcade of police officers from neighboring departments paying tribute to their fallen comrade. "It's like losing a son, but it's not just me," Melvindale Police Chief Robert Kennaley said. "He was well known through the police department. Everybody knew who he was, so it's a son and a brother that was lost. So, he was well known through the community." Then the community was invited to remember the former soccer star with fun family-friendly activities. "He liked helping out kids and making sure they got stuff they needed for school, and loved putting smiles on people's faces," Mohammed Hacham, event organizer & Mohamed Said's partner, said. Ahmed Said will soon follow in his footsteps, planning to attend the police academy. "My brother and I were planning to be partners in Melvindale," he said. The Melvindale Police Department is fully supporting Ahmed Said. "Mohamed was family to us. So his family is our family, so we wanted to make sure that they're taken care of," Kennaley said. Ahmed Said says his mission now is to serve and protect his community just like his brother did. "Melvindale meant everything to him. It was his heart," he said. The plan is to make the memorial for Mohamed Said an annual event.
CBS News
20-07-2025
- CBS News
Community mourns loss of parole agent with Sacramento ties
A beloved parole agent with strong ties to Sacramento is being remembered not only for his dedication to public service but also for the profound impact he had both through his work and through the game he loved. Joshua Byrd, a 39-year-old veteran with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, was shot and killed in the line of duty Thursday inside a state parole office in East Oakland. The former Navy servicemember had spent more than a decade working as a correctional officer before becoming a parole agent last year. But in Sacramento, Byrd's legacy stretched far beyond his day job. "He had the biggest smile, the greatest team player you can ask for," said Cary Trzcinski, director of the Pig Bowl, a long-running charity football game featuring local first responders. "He was just an overall great person, great guy to have on our team." Byrd played on the offensive line, a role Trzcinski said fit his quiet leadership style. "Josh was one of the anchors of the team," he said. "Not only on the field, but in the locker room, at practice, and during the community events he took part in. He just kept us all together." For more than 50 years, the Pig Bowl has brought first responders together to raise money for local causes. For those in that close-knit community, Byrd's death hits especially hard. "It hurts even more when one of those officers is one of your brothers," Trzcinski said. "He was family to us. So it hurts because he was one of us." Byrd leaves behind a wife and three children. An online fundraiser has been set up to support his family in the wake of the tragedy. As the investigation continues, friends and fellow first responders say Byrd's life spoke volumes about the kind of man he was, a selfless servant who lifted others around him. "Everything he did was for someone else," Trzcinski said. "He didn't do things to glorify himself or to get credit. He was there for people. He was just an overall good person." Organizers said next year's Pig Bowl will include a tribute to Byrd, ensuring his legacy lives on through a game and a community he helped shape.
