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💙🖤 With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Officer Troy Allen Adkins of the United States Customs and Border Protection - Office of Field Operations, who died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 while on duty at the Port of El Paso in El Paso, Texas.

End of Watch: Thursday, December 31, 2020
Age: 48
Tour of Duty: 13 Years
United States Navy Veteran

Officer Troy Adkins died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 while on duty at the Port of El Paso in El Paso, Texas.

Beginning in early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country began to contract COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic. Due to the nature of their job, law enforcement officers were required to work and interact with the community even as the majority of the country was self-quarantined. As a result, hundreds of officers died from COVID-related illnesses and other complications.

Officer Troy Adkins was one of those heroes.

At 48 years old, Officer Adkins had dedicated 13 years of his life to serving with the United States Customs and Border Protection - Office of Field Operations. As a CBP officer at the Port of El Paso, he worked on the frontlines of our nation's border security, screening travelers, enforcing U.S. laws, and protecting our country from threats. His work required him to be in constant and close contact with thousands of people crossing the border every day — putting him at heightened risk during the pandemic.

Even in the face of a global health crisis, Officer Adkins continued to serve. He didn't have the option to work from home. He couldn't self-quarantine. He showed up, he did his job, and he gave his life in service to the people of the United States.

Officer Troy Adkins's death is a line-of-duty death. His sacrifice is no less than any officer who has fallen in the line of fire.

Officer Adkins was also a United States Navy veteran, a man who answered the call to serve his country not once, but twice — first in uniform on the seas, and then in uniform on our nation's borders. His commitment to protecting and defending the United States was unwavering, and his legacy of service will never be forgotten.

Behind the badge was a devoted husband, a loving father, a proud stepfather, and a cherished grandfather. Officer Adkins leaves behind his wife, son, three stepchildren, and two grandchildren. To his family, we offer our deepest condolences, our unwavering support, and our eternal gratitude. Your husband, your father, your grandfather was a hero who gave his life protecting and serving others.

"I am so sorry to learn of the grievous loss of Officer Adkins when he died in the line of duty from Covid. To the Adkins family, fellow officers, and all who call Troy beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support. I hope that you continue to receive that same kind of support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer Adkins gave to our nation and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on December 31, 2020."

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

The Effects of COVID on Law Enforcement

Since March 2020, the Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP) has verified that over 900 law enforcement officers have died as the result of a confirmed or presumed exposure while on duty.

Officer Troy Adkins is one of those fallen heroes.

Today, we stand with Commissioner Troy Miller, the men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Officer Adkins's family, friends, and all who loved and served alongside him. Though his watch has ended, his memory, his dedication, and his sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Officer Troy Allen Adkins. Thank you for your service to our nation — both in the Navy and at the border. Your duty is complete. We have the watch from here. 💙

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13

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Officer Troy Adkins served his country in the Navy and at the border. He gave his life serving during a global pandemic. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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💙🖤 With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Parole Officer I Brenda Lee LaFaso of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Parole Division, who died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty.

End of Watch: Thursday, December 31, 2020
Age: 51
Tour of Duty: 3 Years
Assignment: Beaumont District Parole Office

Parole Officer I Brenda LaFaso died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty.

Beginning in early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country began to contract COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic. Due to the nature of their job, law enforcement officers were required to work and interact with the community even as the majority of the country was self-quarantined. As a result, hundreds of officers died from COVID-related illnesses and other complications.

Parole Officer Brenda LaFaso was one of those heroes.

At 51 years old, Officer LaFaso had dedicated three years of her life to serving with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Parole Division. As a parole officer, she worked tirelessly to monitor offenders, ensure public safety, and provide support and accountability to those re-entering society. Her work required her to be in constant and close contact with individuals in the community and the criminal justice system — putting her at heightened risk during the pandemic.

Even in the face of a global health crisis, Officer LaFaso continued to serve. She didn't have the option to work from home. She couldn't self-quarantine. She showed up, she did her job, and she gave her life in service to the people of Texas.

Officer Brenda LaFaso's death is a line-of-duty death. Her sacrifice is no less than any officer who has fallen in the line of fire.

Behind the badge was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother. Officer LaFaso leaves behind her husband, Randy Roundtree, two sons, a daughter, and three grandchildren. To her family, we offer our deepest condolences, our unwavering support, and our eternal gratitude. Your wife, your mother, your grandmother was a hero who gave her life protecting and serving others.

"She left behind her husband Randy Roundtree, 2 sons, a daughter and 3 grandchildren. Thank you for your service."
— Lys Bryan

The Effects of COVID on Law Enforcement

Corrections agencies, in particular, suffered tremendous losses due to the constant and close proximity between the corrections officers and large inmate populations. Since March 2020, the Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP) has verified that over 900 law enforcement officers have died as the result of a confirmed or presumed exposure while on duty.

Officer Brenda LaFaso is one of those fallen heroes.

Today, we stand with Executive Director Bryan Collier, the men and women of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Parole Division, Officer LaFaso's family, friends, and all who loved and served alongside her. Though her watch has ended, her memory, her dedication, and her sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Parole Officer I Brenda Lee LaFaso. Thank you for your service. Your duty is complete. We have the watch from here. 💙

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13

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Officer Brenda LaFaso gave her life serving her community during a global pandemic. Her sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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💙🖤 With the greatest sadness and heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Detective Brian Frew of the Bainbridge Police Department, who passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026, due to a medical condition.

End of Watch: Wednesday, March 12, 2026
Badge: #8401
Tour of Duty: 23 Years
Positions Held: Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Detective

It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the death of Bainbridge Police Detective Brian Frew, badge #8401.

Detective Frew passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026, due to a medical condition. Brian was with the Bainbridge Police Department for 23 years, and held the positions of Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, and Detective. He was loved and respected by all.

For more than two decades, Detective Brian Frew dedicated his life to serving and protecting the people of Bainbridge. He was more than a badge number — he was a mentor, a teacher, a trusted colleague, and a friend. As a Field Training Officer, he shaped the careers of countless young officers, passing on his knowledge, his professionalism, and his passion for the job. As a Detective, he pursued truth and justice with integrity and determination. And as a Patrol Officer, he was the first line of defense for his community.

Detective Frew was the kind of officer every department hopes to have — dependable, skilled, compassionate, and deeply committed to the people he served. He was loved and respected not only by his fellow officers, but by the community he protected for over two decades.

There are no words for this one. We will miss him terribly.

Behind the badge was a beloved family member, friend, and brother in blue. To Detective Frew's family, friends, and loved ones, we offer our deepest condolences, our unwavering support, and our eternal gratitude. Your loved one was a hero who gave 23 years of his life in service to others, and his legacy will live on in every officer he trained, every case he solved, and every life he touched.

We want to say thank you for all the support we have received already from the community and our neighboring law enforcement agencies. Your kindness, your compassion, and your solidarity mean more than words can express.

Today, we stand with the Bainbridge Police Department, Detective Frew's family, friends, and all who loved and served alongside him. Though his watch has ended, his memory, his dedication, and his impact will never be forgotten.

Thank you for your service, Brian. Rest easy. We have the watch from here. 💙

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

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Detective Brian Frew served his community with honor for 23 years. He was loved, respected, and will be deeply missed. Rest easy, Detective. We have the watch from here. 💙

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When we think of a "Line of Duty Death," we usually think of a single, tragic moment. But what if a trooper's sacrifice took 40 years to unfold?

Today, we are honoring Corporal Dennis Kelly of the Delaware State Police. Paralyzed in a 1984 training helicopter crash, he carried the burden of his service for 40 years before finally succumbing to his injuries.

This is a story of incredible American resilience. Click the link below to watch his story and help us honor his legacy. Don't let the media let this hero be forgotten. 💙🖤👇
https://youtu.be/7fdhpFpxLw8

Headline: 💙 A Devastating Loss: Honoring Corporal Timothy J. O'Connor, Jr. 🖤

Today, our hearts are heavy as we remember Corporal Timothy J. O'Connor, Jr. of the Pennsylvania State Police, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on March 8, 2026.

Corporal O'Connor was a true public servant. For over 15 years, he wore the badge to protect his state, and he extended his bravery to the West Chester Fire Company to keep his community safe from every angle. He lost his life during a traffic stop while responding to a call to protect drivers from an erratic motorist—putting the safety of others before his own until the very end.

He leaves behind a grieving wife, daughter, parents, and extended family. We ask that you keep his loved ones and the Pennsylvania State Police in your prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Thank you for your 15 years of selfless service, Corporal. We have the watch from here. 🕊️🇺🇸

Please join me in praying for the six American heroes who gave their lives in service to our country. 🙏

Tonight, we honor six brave airmen who took off on a mission and never made it home. They wore the uniform with pride, fully aware that service often comes with sacrifice. These men boarded a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in western Iraq to carry out their duty — a mission rooted in courage, teamwork, and trust.

For them, it was another day of serving their nation. For their families, it became the day everything changed.

Every man and woman who puts on the uniform understands the risks that come with defending our freedom. They leave behind their homes, their loved ones, and the comforts of everyday life so the rest of us can live in peace and security. The KC-135 Stratotanker plays a critical role in keeping missions going by refueling aircraft mid-air — an operation that demands skill, focus, and extraordinary dedication. These six airmen carried that responsibility with honor until their final moments.

Today, we remember them not only as airmen, but as sons, brothers, husbands, fathers, and friends. Tonight, there are empty seats at family tables. There are loved ones grieving an unimaginable loss, holding tightly to both the pride and heartbreak that come with a life of service.

Their sacrifice is a solemn reminder that freedom is never free. It has always been defended by brave Americans willing to stand in harm’s way for others.

Though their mission has ended, their legacy lives on. Their fellow service members will carry their memory forward, and their families will forever know that their loved ones served something greater than themselves. As a nation, we must never forget these six heroes who answered the call and gave everything.

Please take a moment tonight to remember them. Pray for the six fallen airmen lost in the KC-135 crash. Pray for their families as they face the difficult road ahead. And pray for all those still serving around the world, standing watch to protect the freedoms we hold dear.

May God welcome these heroes home, and may their sacrifice always be remembered with honor, gratitude, and respect. 🙏

💙🖤 With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we honor the life and service of United States Air Force Major John "Alex" Klinner, who was among six U.S. Air Force crew members killed when their KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq on March 12, 2026, while supporting Operation Epic Fury.

End of Watch: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Branch: United States Air Force
Rank: Major
Years of Service: 8 Years
Education: Auburn University, Class of 2016

Goofy, full of life, and always the first to lend a hand… that's how Libby remembers her husband, Major Alex Klinner.

He was the kind of dad who made every moment with their three kids joyful and the kind of husband who made life fun… but he was also selfless, always stepping in to help anyone who needed him.

Alex was among six U.S. service members killed in a refueling jet crash in Iraq. His family says his loss leaves a hole that can never be filled, but his love, humor, and courage will be remembered by all who knew him.

Major Klinner served eight years in the Air Force, but to his family and friends, he was so much more… a devoted father, a best friend, and someone who embodied selflessness in every part of his life.

"Our world shattered," his wife Libby wrote. "I'm devastated to lose the best person I know, the person that made everything more fun, my best friend."

Alex was remembered not only for his military service, but for the kind of person he was to those around him. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and someone who would quietly step in to help anyone in need. Friends and family say he embodied what it means to be a servant leader, and his loss has left an immeasurable void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.

Libby and Alex had built a beautiful life together and were raising three young children — their energetic two-and-a-half-year-old and seven-month-old twins. In an instant, Libby has been left navigating unimaginable grief while caring for their young family.

"My heart is broken for our three kids who will grow up not knowing him," she wrote. "He was an incredible person and husband, but he was the best dad."

The family had recently moved into a new home and were looking forward to the years ahead before Alex deployed.

"It still doesn't feel real," Libby wrote. "I keep thinking that I'll get a text from him saying 'Sorry honey! Didn't mean to scare you,' and everything will be alright. Because Alex always made everything alright."

During this incredibly difficult time, loved ones are asking the community to surround Libby and the children with the same generosity and compassion that Alex showed others throughout his life.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help Libby during this time. Funds raised will go directly to Libby and their three children to help support their needs as they navigate life without Alex — providing stability, care, and the ability for the family to focus on healing in the months and years ahead.

Link in the comments.

Major Alex Klinner's courage, love, and devotion to his family and country will not be forgotten. 💔

Today, we stand with Libby, their three beautiful children, Alex's extended family, his Auburn University family, and all who loved and served alongside him. Though his mission has ended, his legacy of service, humor, kindness, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Rest in peace, Major John "Alex" Klinner. Your duty is complete. We have the watch from here. 💙

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13

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Please consider supporting Libby and the children during this unimaginable time. Link to the GoFundMe is in the comments.

💙 Major Alex Klinner: A devoted father, a loving husband, a selfless servant, and an American hero.

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💙🖤 With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Police Officer Philip J. Schifini of the Nassau County Police Department, a 9/11 hero who succumbed to a 9/11-related illness more than two decades after his courageous service at Ground Zero.

End of Watch: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Age: 63
Tour of Duty: 28 Years
Incident Date: September 11, 2001

Police Officer Philip Schifini died as the result of cancer that he developed following his assignment to the search and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks.

On September 11, 2001, and in the days and weeks that followed, Officer Schifini — like so many heroes — rushed to Ground Zero without hesitation. He worked tirelessly in the search and recovery efforts, breathing toxic air, surrounded by deadly contamination, and enduring unimaginable conditions in the hope of saving lives and recovering the fallen. He gave everything he had to help a city, a nation, and a world in crisis.

But the towers fell more than once. Though Officer Schifini survived that horrific day, the poison that filled the air at Ground Zero remained in his lungs, his bloodstream, and his body. For over 20 years, he carried the hidden wounds of 9/11 — until those wounds finally took his life on November 27, 2024.

Police Officer Philip J. Schifini is a 9/11 hero. His death is a line-of-duty death. His sacrifice is no less than those who fell on September 11, 2001.

Officer Schifini dedicated 28 years of his life to the Nassau County Police Department, serving with honor, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the people of Nassau County and beyond. He was a protector, a servant, and a man who embodied the very best of law enforcement.

At 63 years old, Officer Schifini leaves behind a legacy of courage, sacrifice, and selflessness. To his family and loved ones, we offer our deepest condolences, our unwavering support, and our eternal gratitude. Your loved one was a hero who gave everything in service to others — on 9/11 and every day after. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.

On September 9, 2005, all public safety officers killed on September 11, 2001, were posthumously awarded the 9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor by President George W. Bush. Officer Schifini earned that honor, and his death is a direct result of that service.

"Officer Schifini,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer and for our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy."

— BPA Mike Casey, United States Border Patrol (Retired)

Today, we stand with Commissioner Patrick J. Ryder, the men and women of the Nassau County Police Department, Officer Schifini's family, friends, and all who loved and served alongside him. Though his watch has ended, his memory, his courage, and his sacrifice will live on forever.

Rest in peace, Police Officer Philip J. Schifini. Your duty is complete. We have the watch from here. 💙

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13

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Officer Schifini gave his life for this country — on 9/11 and every day after. We will never forget.

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Headline: 💙 A Legacy of True Bravery: Remembering Sergeant James O'Connor 🖤

Today, we honor the incredible life and sacrifice of Sergeant James O'Connor of the Philadelphia Police Department.

For 23 years, Sergeant O'Connor put on his uniform to protect his city, spending 15 of those years facing the most dangerous situations as a member of the elite SWAT team. Tragically, his life was taken while executing a warrant for a homicide suspect—a stark reminder of the extreme dangers our officers face before most of the world is even awake.

His dedication to service runs deep in his family, with one of his sons following in his footsteps to serve on the very same police force. Posthumously promoted to Sergeant, his legacy of courage will never be forgotten.

We send our deepest prayers to his wife, his two children, and his brothers and sisters in blue.

Rest easy, Sergeant. Your brothers have the watch from here. 🕊️