Rest in peace, Trooper and Paramedic Hunter Bennett and Pilot Robert Skankey of the Arizona Department of Public Safety, Aviation Bureau (EOW 2/4/2026). DPS helicopter crew members Bennett and Skankey were killed in a crash as they were responding to an active shooter incident. Hunter and Robert, rest in the Lord’s eternal embrace. Always Honored, Never Forgotten.
In Remembrance: Georgia Police Officer Pradeep Tamang
Rest in peace, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Police Officer Pradeep Tamang (EOW 2/1/2026). Police Officer Tamang and his partner were dispatched to a local hotel for a forgery and fraud complaint. While interviewing the suspect, the suspect produced a handgun and shot both officers. Officer Tamang was killed and his partner critically wounded. One of the officers returned fire, wounding the 35-year-old assailant. It is reported that the suspect has multiple felony convictions and active warrants. Police Officer Tamang was 25 years old and had served with the Gwinnett County Police Department for eight months. He was engaged to be married. Pradeep, rest in the Lord’s eternal embrace. Always Honored, Never Forgotten.
In Remembrance: Louisiana Deputy Sheriff Christopher Ohlmeyer
Rest in peace, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, Deputy Sheriff Christopher Ohlmeyer (EOW 1/30/2026). Deputy Ohlmeyer, a motorcycle officer, was assigned to a funeral escort when he was struck and killed by a vehicle while stopping traffic. Deputy Ohlmeyer was 41 years old and had served with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office for 15 years. He is survived by his wife and two children. Christopher, rest in the Lord’s eternal embrace. Always Honored, Never Forgotten.
In Remembrance: Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa
The members of the Port Authority PBA are saddened by the loss of Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa (EOW 1/31/2026).
Police Officer Espinosa was killed by an alleged drunk driver early Saturday morning while on her way to report for duty. She had served the people of Nassau County with dedication and courage since 2017 and previously served as a New York State correctional officer for four years. Officer Espinosa was 42 years old and is survived by her husband and 2-year-old daughter.
In Remembrance: Tennessee Deputy Sheriff Derrick Bonham
Rest in peace, Weakley County, Tennessee, Deputy Sheriff Derrick Bonham (EOW 1/30/2026). Early Friday morning, Deputy Bonham responded to a local hotel for a shots-fired call. Once on scene, the shooter was observed in a vehicle and began firing, fatally striking Deputy Bonham. He was 38 years old and a two-year veteran of the Weakley County Sheriff’s Department. He is survived by his wife and three children. Derrick, rest in the Lord’s eternal embrace. Always Honored, Never Forgotten.
PAPD Officers Honored at Irish Echo Awards Ceremony
The 17th annual Irish Echo Law and Order Awards were presented to law enforcement officers from various agencies by the Irish Echo newspaper on Friday evening, January 23, at the Franklin Grand Central Hotel. “This annual event celebrates the brave men and women in law enforcement who work hard to keep us safe and to keep society running smoothly,” the Irish Echo stated.