Police Officer Killed Today :(
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
United States
May 26, 2010 8:48pm CST
This morning at 1am police officer Murphy was shot and killed. The suspect has been apprehended and is in custody. Officer Murphy was just 29 years old; he leaves behind a wife and two children, a 2 year old and a 2 week old.
The worst news for me is, Officer Murphy was the husband of one of my sisters friends. He was also the brother in law to a firefighter my dad knows from his job as a doctor (and the occasional poker game). My sister is broken hearted over it and feels so helpless when it comes to helping her friend.
Follow the link to read the whole story and see a video on it.
http://www.azfamily.com/news/local/Phoenix-police-officer-killed-in-early-morning-shooting-94916484.html
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13 responses
@climber7565 (2579)
• United States
27 May 10
Its so difficult when something like that hits home or near home. I understand you, since I have experienced some of such magnitude and actually a little deeper. One can only hope to be strong enough to survive it.
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
Oh, I'm sorry for what ever happened to you 
His wife is very strong (so my sister tells me), and she has a big support system.
His wife is very strong (so my sister tells me), and she has a big support system.
@goodguy333 (28)
• India
27 May 10
Rip!
Why so much violence everywhere?!
Can't we just live and let live?!
Rip again.....
@moonchild1au (6237)
• Australia
27 May 10
I haven't read this story but from what you said, it is very sad...I feel for the family but moreso for the kids who are going to grow up not knowing their dad personally...I know their family will never let them forget about the dad but to the kids, that won't be the same as knowing him personally. My condolances to the family. 
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
Yeah, it breaks my heart thinking about the children. But, you know, at least he got to see his son born, right? That probably filled out heart with happiness and pride.
Thank you very much moonchild.
@moonchild1au (6237)
• Australia
28 May 10
I agree, at least he got to see his son born. Being a cop does make it hard though as it's a high risk job. I honestly don't know what my 3 year old daughter would do if she lost me or her dad.
@Blondie2222 (28611)
• United States
27 May 10
Sending my condolences to you're sister and his family. May he rest in peace!
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
Thank you very much Blondie, I appreciate the it. 
@deedeehall (1144)
• United States
28 May 10
hi lilyofthethorns- my sister also lost her husband when he was 33 years old he was also a police officer. he left behind at the time two sons and a adopted daughter one son being 12 one 15 and the daughter 4 .this is a very sad thing that is hard to get over. it still hurts all of us to this day and every time i see a police officer my respect runs high for them male or female. no one ever knows what the family and officers go threw in every day life for the sake of others.god bless every one that is associated with this.
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
Thank you so much for sharing.
I'm sorry to you and your family for your loss-how long ago did he pass away? How are the children doing?
I respect police officers a lot too. I actually just sent away for a sticker for my car stating that fact. Can't wait to get it!
Thank you
@frontvisions101 (16043)
• Philippines
27 May 10
It sucks to know that people die enforcing the law. It's even worse to know that people can die doing their jobs. Please send my condolences to your sister's friend if you can. I'm so sorry this happened.
@moondancer (7433)
• United States
27 May 10
This is very sad indeed. I hope the family finds a way to cope with his loss. Many blessings to them and his many friends.
@carmelanirel (20942)
• United States
27 May 10
I am sorry about the loss of your friend..It breaks my heart to hear that people like this, who are only out there to help us, gets killed..:(
My sympathies for you and the family..
@writersedge (22563)
• United States
27 May 10
I'm very sorry for your and their loss. This has to be devistating for his wife. It's hard to loose a husband, but to also have two young children. I hope she comes from a large family and/or has a big friendship support system.
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
She works as a teacher at the school where my sister teaches, she has a lot of friends there (it's a tight knit group!) And I know she has a brother and a sister (I'm guessing parents too, but not sure). She definitely won't be alone--but you know, who can replace a husband?
Thank you
@dawnald (85146)
• Shingle Springs, California
27 May 10
That's so sad. My condolences to his family.
@lelin1123 (15595)
• Puerto Rico
27 May 10
OMG how horrible so young to be gone. Leaving a family with his whole life ahead of him. I feel so bad for his two children. I can't imagine what his wife is giong through especially after only having a child two weeks ago. How does someone survive this. I hope the suspect gets the electric chair.
@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
27 May 10
I know!! I can't even imagine, I don't even want to try!! It's horrible how one person and one situation can effect so many people, children included, in such a negative way.
@LetranKnight25 (33121)
• Philippines
27 May 10
Hello Lily,
He did his duty and he knew the risk with these outlaws. my condolences on your sister and your family. i am sure she won't be alone because her family will be with her.
and you're one of them. comfort her until she has recover from the pain. one thing for sure you're brother in law is a HERO.
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He did his duty and he knew the risk with these outlaws. my condolences on your sister and your family. i am sure she won't be alone because her family will be with her.and you're one of them. comfort her until she has recover from the pain. one thing for sure you're brother in law is a HERO.@LilyoftheThorns (12918)
• United States
28 May 10
Oh he's not my brother in law, he is the brother in law of someone my dad knows. My sister is friends with his wife.
But thank you very much. You said a lot of nice things.
