Fallen: Officer John M. Kelly

[Rebecca]

And yet... another father is gone...

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*Police Officer John M. Kelly
New York City Police Department, NY

Cause of Death: Automobile accident
End of Watch: July 17, 2000
Date of Incident: July 17, 2000
Time of Incident: 1323 hours
Age: 35
Tour of Duty: 9 yr
Suspect Info: Fled the scene
Weapon Used: Automobile

Officer Kelly was killed when his cruiser struck a utility pole during a pursuit of a stolen motorcycle. Officer Kelly, a member of the department's auto-larceny unit, was working a red-light enforcement detail when he spotted the motorcycle and ran it's plates through his in-car computer. Officer Kelly began to pursue the motorcycle when he lost control of the 1999 Chevy Lumina. The motorcycle driver fled the scene at the time of the accident.

Officer Kelly had been with the agency for nine years and is survived by his wife and two daughters, ages 3 and 9-months.

*as reported by the ODMP

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Was the need to steal a motorcycle worth this man's life? There is nothing in this world worth this much.

My prayers have been said... and shall continue for this family. Rest in peace, Officer Kelly.

Stay safe... and God bless you all.

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[David]

Another brick is taken from the Thin Blue Wall that protects our citizens from the criminal elements lurking in the shadows.

It's a shame that the thief of the motorcycle will only be charged with the theft of the bike.

They should be held accountable for some of the grief they cause in the commission of their deeds. But even if they were, the thief of this bike would not be charged with this deed.

It would be impossible to place him at the scene even though we know he was the driver of the motorcycle at the time. The burden of proof could not be satisfied.

So the thief will escape and get away with the accessary to the demise of Oficer Kelly.
But there is a time coming when he will stand before a Thrown where justice will prevale and answer for his actions. He will also reap the reward missed on this earth.

Rest In Peace Brother,
Your last persuit with the end in doubt has been achieved.
The facing of life's dangers in the protection of others draws to a close.
Your transfer has been approved, may you rest in peace.