On Sunday April 22nd the 5K World Trade Memorial walk/run and community day took place at the WTC. Some of the participants were members of the association including NJAALEOA President  Joe Luistro and his family. With all the fanfare sometimes the meaning and intent of the event can fall be the wayside. Thanks to three Port Authority Police Officers who were perhaps in grade school when the towers came down on 9-11-01 they showed Jessica (who was not born yet on 9-11-01) in a positive and understandable way of why we have the memorial run and activities to honor all those lost including the initial 37 police officers that did not go home that faithful day.

Thanks to Port Authority Police Officer Aravinda Jayewardana, Obed Lopez and Mina Shenouda And thanks to Joe for taking photo of the memorial where James Nelson is inscribed in it. I met Jimmy when he was a rookie at the Lincoln Tunnel. He used to ride with me in my sector car when he had his meal break. Jim was a sponge when it came to learning the ways of a urban cop, firm but with respect. When we went to court his demeanor and manner of speech was not that of a rookie cop. It was evident his abilities would take him to later being an academy instructor. On 9-11-01, Jimmy, 36 other PA cops and over a hundred PA employees  never came home that day. 

Thank you Aravinda, Obed and Mina for keeping the memory of those lost alive for the next generation to remember and never forget.

 
    

    Jessica meets left to right PA Officers  Jayawardana, & Shenouda





Jessica with her "writing on a star"

     
          

 

 

On April 14th the association held it's Spring membership meeting with guest speaker New Jersey Transit  Lieutenant  Keith Miano. Lieutenant Miano is in charge of training for the almost 300 member force of the NJTPD. If there is a person who may be called the renaissance man of law enforcement  Lieut. Miano would be a prime candidate. Noted supervisory personnel in attendance  Captain. V. Concina, (Clark PD), Lieut. Jean St. Paul, (DOC), Supervisor (ret) Tom Masters (US Air Marshal) ,

Sgt. V Tabaranza (NJ State Police),  Dep. Agent in Charge Nelson Chen (US Postal Service)  and Mr. law enforcement - Chief W. Schievella. We are grateful for the sworn and associate members who attended the Spring meeting including a member who travels from Queens County New York to attend association meetings. The kick off for the 2018 NJAA Law Enforcement Foundation scholarship  process took place at the meeting . The scholarship(s) will be awarded to the successful candidate(s) during the June 30th  association career fair/ law enforcement social. Copies of the application can be found on the foundations' website www.njaalef.org. One important change to the scholarship process is members themselves are eligible to take part. The requirements are the same in addition to being employed full time and attending college full time. 

Once again it bears truth... great people, great food, a super presentation makes for a great meeting.

 

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Save the date June 30th our annual Career Day/ Law Enforcement Social. If you have attended before you know how unique it is on several different levels. If you have not attended before, you don't want to miss out. Details to follow.

 

 

Spring Membership Meeting

April 14, 2018

Saturday at 11:30 AM

Picnic Gardens BBQ Buffet House

1763 Route 27, Edison NJ 08817

10.00 per 2018 NJAALEOA member for a complete lunch including soft drinks and desert and tip. Non members 20.00 per person. Please RSVP to Joe at [email protected]

 

The 2018 NJAALEOA membership benefits.

1) NJAALEOA attorneys - excellent attorneys at special NJAALEOA pricing.

2) DCH Car purchasing - one of our most used benefits. Compare then e-mail the association and we set up the special rep. to meet you at one of several DCH dealerships.

3) E-mails and a lot of them - covering many issues, giving members real time intel including career opportunities, special events and other opportunities for our sworn and associate membership.

4) Complimentary pass to our annual Asianfest event as part of your membership. check out www.asiancops.org for photos of past Asianfest events.

5) Networking, the NJAALEOA networks with several excellent organizations for the benefit of the membership

6) Free prep advise on oral, video, one on one,  one on three and home interviews.  This invaluable service to our members has proven results.

7) The association does its best to be there for you on a host of issues. We have done it before and we will continue to be there as best as we can to assist our associate and sworn members and their families.

be careful and be safe out there,

 the Executive Board of the New Jersey Asian American Law Enforcement Officers Association

 

 

There is a Go Fund Me page started by  a few adults with children who attend the Parkland Florida High School. The fund is necessary to tear down the freshman building of the school where the deaths of so many occurred, where hundreds of children were terrified by the actions of a crazed gunman, where teachers didn't teach that day but hid and protected their students. The building must come down and replaced.  Please donate a few dollars to the cause.  All funds , every penney goes to the cause. Thank you.

https://www.gofundme.com/marjory-stoneman-douglas-hs-funds

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Dear Friend,

We will come together today at the 9/11 Memorial to commemorate the lives of John DiGiovanni, Robert Kirkpatrick, Stephen A. Knapp, William Macko, Wilfredo Mercado and Monica Rodriguez Smith and her unborn child. These six innocent people were killed 25 years ago today in the first terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Though a quarter century has passed since this devastating attack, it has not been forgotten.

Over and over this past month, I have heard from men and women who were in the buildings or whose loved ones were killed about how meaningful our commemoration of this day is to them. In recognition of this milestone anniversary, we dedicated the entire month of February to remembering the victims of the 1993 bombing, honoring those who responded and those who survived, and presenting programs and activities documenting the history and legacy of the February 26, 1993 attack. So many stories have been shared about that day. For those whose loved ones were killed, the act of remembrance provides a sense of support, even after so many years. For the thousands who evacuated the towers, this anniversary recalls not only a life-changing event but also the affirmative potential of resilience. And for all the first responders who ushered thousands to safety and those who worked to bring the perpetrators to justice, this day is a reminder of the critically essential role of their public service.

This afternoon, we will gather with representatives from each of these groups at the Memorial's North pool where the names of the victims are forever etched in bronze alongside those killed on September 11, 2001. Wherever you are, please join us for a moment of silence at 12:18 p.m., marking the time of the 1993 attack. It remains imperative that we honor and remember those who died, those who survived and those who responded. We are humbled and privileged to stand with them today and every day.

With warm regards,

Alice M. Greenwald
President & CEO 9-11 Memorial

Many apologies for posting this message not in a more timely fashion. Please take  a moment to think of those lives lost that day and thank the heavens that one support girder  in the north tower held up which kept thousands from perishing that day.

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Please join the New Jersey Police Chiefs Foundation at the 34th  Annual New Jersey Law Enforcement Memorial Service for law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty over the past year, as well as all the heroes who have been lost over the years. This annual tribute will be held at the historic Great Auditorium in Ocean Grove, New Jersey at 11 AM on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. 

The memorial service brings together the entire law enforcement community and the public for a day of solemn remembrance. All members of the law enforcement community, family, friends, the press and the public at large are welcome and greatly encouraged to attend. 

No RSVP is required. 

For additional information, please contact the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police State Office at 856.334.8943 or [email protected].

Please post on your respective calendars. It is a great event to honor those that make the ultimate sacrifice for those we serve and protect.

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Recently Bergen County Executive James Tedesco and the Bergen County Freeholders celebrated the Lunar New Year. At the well attended event we are proud to say NJAALEOA Executive Bd. member and Bergen County Sheriff's Officer Fred Rivera received a citation for community service. Congrats to all the citation recipients. And thanks to Bergen County Administrators for hosting the event which is celebrated by over one billion people across the globe.

      

November 2, 2017

On November 15, 2017 the honorable New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Porrino held a major press conference to kick off the SAFE STOP NJ campaign. The premise of the SAFE STOP campaign is a simple, yet powerful one to the motoring public in New Jersey and beyond:  When a motor vehicle is stopped by a law enforcement officer what should the operator do and what can the operator expect from said law enforcement officer.

There is no doubt , when word of this campaign, SAFESTOP hits the streets and neighborhoods of New Jersey, it can and will potentially save lives of all concerned in a traffic stop situation. KUDOS to the Attorney General and his office to kick off such a great program involving law enforcement, celebrities and community leaders.

The association thanks the Edison Township Police Department for allowing Police Officers Jason Chang and Shirley Dong to participate  directly with the SAFE STOP NJ campaign. 

To those on this mass e-mailing please disseminate the information to your members of the force, community, in the colleges, high schools and community centers. This is a win win for law enforcement and the communities we all serve. SAFE STOP will not stop the bad guys from trying to hurt those that are sworn to protect. SAFE STOP will allow the motoring public to  be aware of what they should do during a motor vehicle stop and if necessary what recourse they have if they have concerns regarding said car stop.

 

At the podium during the  SAFE STOP NJ press conference is NJ Attorney General Christopher Porrino with law enforcement personnel, community leaders and celebrities all supporting the SAFE STOP Initiative. (far left is NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh & member Officer Jason Chang.

 

http://newjersey.news12.com/story/36854914/new-jersey-launches-campaign-to-promote-safe-police-stops

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_bfkdPeGJE&sns=em

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMSTB1mUa4A&sns=em

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiV8xq_cqXk

 

 

 

A response to ignorance.

_{The New Jersey Asian American Law Enforcement Officers Association condemns the disgraceful flier that targeted certain Asian American School Board candidates in Edison, NJ.  We also condemn as cowards the individuals who have sent the hateful flier in this anonymous manner to the residents of Edison by US mail.  We hope to identify the author(s) of this ignorant message and call them out for who they are.  They are racists and bigots.  The residents of Edison and this State deserve better.}

_{We are proud that the Asian American community continues to meaningfully participate and contribute to every aspect of society.  Asian Americans are represented in business, the military, government, law enforcement and in the schools.  The community at large in Edison and in this State is made better by Asian American participation and contribution rather than their exclusion.  We are all made better by our diversity.} 

_{Respectfully,}

_{Robert May}

_{President Emeritus/ founder  the NJAALEOA}

October is the month the association starts its' 2018 membership drive. To the 2 dozen or so that have already joined the team including two who are members to 2019, thank you.

Please take a moment to sign up via Pay Pal or via a check to the PO Box.

Just the other day the association addressed a racist flier whose vile message was against two Asian Americans. In June we held one of the most entertaining, lively galas ,celebrating our 20 years of existence and our work for you and the community. In between, the association works diligently for its members year round.

Lastly, and I say this often where it may lose its meaning...Please be careful and safe out there. To both our sworn and associate members make it a habit to know your surroundings.

It can be a dangerous world in just a matter of seconds.

            

 

 

 

 

President Joe Luistro, Association OEM Director Jamie Yeh and R. May had an informal meeting with  New Jersey  State Police Major Brian Polite and Trooper GeneHong. Major Polite is the commanding officer of the NJSP Community Outreach and Public Affairs Unit. A productive discussion of issues of mutual concern were addressed including but not limited to recruitment,  and joint participation  of events.

from left to right. President Joe Luistro, Trooper Gene Hong, R. May, Major Brian Polite and OEM Director Jamie Yeh.

 

 

Yesterday 9/10/17 the association as part of its outreach program attended the 7 chapter OCA and CFC event in Bergen County. Special thanks to members Senior Corrections Officer Ray Alfaro  & Morris County Investigator Grace Marotta for taking the time to help out. Also thanks to Bergen County Sheriff Michael Saudino and the Director of Communications Bergen County Sheriff's Office W. Schievella for sending Bergen County K-9 Sheriff Officer Fred Rivera and Officer Samantha Oh to the event. The association had besides educational and safety material for for the adults and children also had 9-11-01 artifacts on display. It was a great day as the children spoke at length to Officers Oh, Marotta and Alfaro in regards to law enforcement and safety issues. Officer Rivera spent allot of time with answering questions about his police dog and the various uses canines have in law enforcement. The adults and especially the children really appreciated the efforts of Marotta, Oh, Alfaro and Rivera. Photos with permission of parents.

 

It is with great sadness to inform you the sudden passing of our beloved Dr. Henry Lee's wife - Margaret Lee.

Mrs. Lee passed away on the late night of July 31, 2017 at Yale New Haven Hospital, at the age of 78. 

Funeral service & wake will take place on August 4, 2017 at 10 am., at W.S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home located at 244 North Main Street, Branford, CT. 

For cash or check donation, please make it out to: 

Margaret Lee Scholarship Fund
300 Boston Post Road
West Haven, CT 06516
203-932-7460

 

 

 

 If you have someone in mind let me hear about it so the person can be included in the mix.

5th Annual New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards

 

NJCACC is proud to be a member of the 5th Annual New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards (NJIEA) Coalition. We hope you will assist us in sending in your nomination. The awards will be presented on September 13, 2017 from 8:00-11:30 AM at the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce/Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce Global Opportunities Summit "Building Bridges to Business Connections" to be held at the Doubletree Hotel in Princeton, NJ.

The New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards are sponsored by a broad-based coalition of New Jersey groups, including regional and bi-national chambers of commerce, immigrant advocacy groups, and other community organizations joining to celebrate the important role of immigrants in today's economy and to honor the contributions of immigrant business leaders to their communities.

In New Jersey, foreign-born individuals like our 2014 winner Mario Casabona CEO of Tech Launch, 2015 winner Iftekhar Hossain of IH Engineering, and 2016 winner Jose “Pepe” Garcia of Maverick Building Services have created more than one in three new businesses in recent years, ranking New Jersey behind only California, New York, and Florida.  Companies in New Jersey started by immigrants generate an annual business income of $6.2 billion.

Past winners include the following NJCACC members: Shau-wai Lam (DCH Auto Group), John Lau (Appliedinfo Partners), Barry Zhang (Princetel), and Dennis Zhang (24-7 International).

We believe that rather than sending qualified foreign-born advance-degree graduates of U.S. colleges and universities back home to compete against U.S. businesses, Congress should encourage these individuals to stay in the United States by offering them permanent resident status. We can further buttress our competitive edge, by expanding the H-1B visa program, which makes available to U.S. businesses some of the world's most highly-trained professionals in fields across the business sector. What's more, a significant portion of H-1B filing fees fund education and training programs to enhance the skills of U.S. workers, particularly in the technology fields.

This year, we will be honoring immigrants for their achievements in growth, advocacy, and innovation, and we will name the 2017 Immigrant Entrepreneur of the Year.

Are you an immigrant entrepreneur who has excelled in one of these fields? Do you know someone, a colleague, family member, neighbor, or friend who you think has what it takes to be named an award winner for innovation, growth or advocacy or for the 2017 Immigrant Entrepreneur of the Year?  

Nominations are open from May 22-July 25, 2017

To Nominate go to https://www.princetonchamber.org/njiea/#

 

For inquiries: contact Josephine Ho, Executive Director of NJCACC at [email protected] or 732-507-7348

 

 

 

 

 

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 Congrats to NJAALEOA member  Detective Tejesh Patel who was recently given a certificate of appreciation for his work while on the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office task force. Officer A. Barboio is pictured with Detective Patel. Job well done for both officers!

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Special Notice: The October general membership will also be the election meeting for the Executive board for 2018. Several people have posed an interest in running for a board position with the knowledge active participation at times throughout the year is a must.  The meeting is being set up at the headquarters of the Federal Air Marshal Service located in Newark New Jersey. More specific information is forthcoming. 
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August 14 to August 17th. The National conference is being held in St. Paul Minnesota this year. The association is trying to get an estimate on members who may be attending. Please notify Joe at [email protected] if your thinking of attending.

This past Wednesday NYPD Officer Miosotis Familia was assassinated by a cop hating thug in the Bronx. Officer Familia did not have a chance to return fire as the punk blindsided her while she was in a NYPD mobile command unit writing her entries as she started her midnight tour of duty. This has happened before, it has happened now to Officer Familia and it will happened again. One never knows when a low life human like the one who cowardly shot Officer Familia will sneak up on a law enforcement officer to kill said officer simply because of what she or he does, protect life and property. RIP  NYPD Officer Miosotis Familia.                                                          

What a fantastic night.  The 20th Anniversary dinner was awesome.  Click here for photos


From NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh:

On the behalf of Taiwanese Police & Fire Delegation, would like to thank NJAALEOA President Sgt. J. Luistro and  Officer J. Chang of the Edison Police Department for... the outstanding department tour of police headquarter, 911 Dispatch Center, visit of the commanding staffs and police patrol ride-along opportunity. Exceptional hospitality by exceptional professionals! Your partnership and support in international engagement and police training initiatives is most valued and appreciated.

Edison Police Officer J. Chang with representatives from Taiwan Police delegation at Edison Police headquarters. The delegation also visited with the Bergen County Sheriff's Office who were guided by Director William Schievella.

A special thanks to  Edison PD Chief Thomas Bryan and Bergen County Sheriff Michael Saudino for the courtesies extended law enforcement delegation from Taiwan. 

 "I frequently enjoy meeting and teaching foreign police officers about law enforcement. Although we speak different languages and wear different insignia, we all protect our communities from crime and terrorism. " William Schievella.

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 Yankee fans: Section 110 Row 9 Seats 12,13,14,15

The following YANKEE games are available for sale on a first come basis. 4 SEATS $400EACH GAME

SEPTEMBER 15 BALT ON FRIDAY 7PM

SEPTEMBER 19 MINN ON TUESDAY 7PM

SEPTEMBER 20 VS MINN ON WEDNESDAY 1PM

SEPTEMBER 28 VS TB ON THURSDAY 7PM

OCT OBER 1 VS TORONTO SUNDAY 3PM

Interested? e mail the association.

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Very much worth repeating. March 29th, An important issue affecting law enforcement. Do you know the difference between a bias incident and bias crime? What is a bias crime?

A program worth attending. Please check out the attached.

 

 

 

Tuesday March 21, 2017, 2:29 PM Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office NJ

Advisory: Prosecutor’s Office Seeks Help to Identify Man Dear R May, Middlesex County Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey said today that authorities are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the man in the composite sketch. On August 12, 2016, the Perth Amboy Police Department reported that an unidentified individual had been discovered in a wooded area near the intersection of Herbert Street and Riverview Drive. Forensic examination of the deceased revealed that the unidentified male was between the age of 25-35 and between 5’2” to 5’5” tall. The New Jersey State Police Forensic Photograph and Composite Artist Unit with the assistance of Forensic Anthropologist Donna Fontana were able to reconstruct the pictured composite sketch.  Authorities are attempting to positively identify the individual. Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual is asked to contact Det. Joseph Chesseri of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-745-3115 or Det. Jose Rosario with the Perth Amboy Police Department at 732-324-3811 or DSG. Joel Trella of the New Jersey State Police Missing Person Unit at 609-882-2000 ext. 2554 Click on the following link: http://www.middlesexcountynj.gov/Government/Departments/PSH/Prosecutor/News/Pages/03-20-2017_2.aspx For full details, view this message on the web

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http://www.mycentraljersey.com/videos/news/crime/jersey-mayhem/2017/02/23/edison-rolls-out-police-body-cameras/98326022/
The Edison Township police Department will out fit 125 of their officers with body cams. The association advocated for the Body Cams when we were privileged to be part of a committee under the Office of the NJ Attorney General to discuss the use of Body Cams for law enforcement personnel in the state of New Jersey The person demonstrating the use of the body cam is NJAALEOA member and veteran Edison Police Officer J. Aldahondo

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Recently NJAALEOA member and Edison Police Officer Donald Ship was recognized by the township and the department for his efforts to assist a needy family. Well deserved Officer Ship!  Photo: Officer Ship pictured in the middle with  Edison PD Chief  Thomas Bryan pictured to the far right.

On February 12, 2017 the association sponsored a recruitment effort by the New Jersey State Police Recruitment Unit. The NJSP are currently accepting on line applications for the position of State trooper. Please notify all those that may be interested in this law enforcement career position. The event held at the Rutgers Community Christian Church Somerset NJ went exceptional well. Click here for photos

The association was off the grid for three weeks. The association has some catching up to due sending out info that may be interesting  and or important to the membership and our many supporters.

Earlier this month long time member and supporter of the association Jeannette Gormeley graduated the police academy and was sworn in with approx. 25 others as the newest members of the Jersey City Police Department. Congratulations Officer Gormeley, well deserved!

Jersey City Police Officer J. Gormeley, family supporters and long time NJAALEOA supporter, the honorable Jersey City Council President Rolando Lavarro

On February 10th members of the association met with the honorable Mercer County Prosecutor A. Onofri at his office near NJ capital building. Several matters were discussed including but not limited to areas of mutual concern, a brief history of the association, assistance rendered to law enforcement departments and association community sponsored projects.

The meeting was informative and productive. Photo left to right: member Officer Josh Chatterjee, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri, Association OEM Director Jamie Yeh and R. May. 

 

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Congrats to Judge (ret) Sue Pai Yang for being honored during the 20th annual Home Crest community services gala this coming February 17th at the Jin Fong Restaurant. Judge Yang has been a leader within the Asian community as well as the legal community for decades. Congratulation Judge Sue Pai Yang.

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Speaking of community leaders, a quick recovery wish to long time member

Virginia Ng. Virginia is the President (again) of the Organization of Chinese Americans NJ chapter, an all inclusive social advocate organization. Virginia also holds a national post with the OCA in Washington DC. With two new knees Virginia will be ready for another few decades of community service to many.

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Check out the exciting event that just past!

NJ State Trooper Frankie Williams  past away in the line of duty as a result of a serious motor vehicle accident  a few days ago caused by a motorist. Trooper Williams just graduated from the NJSP academy on January 29, 2016. Rest In Peace Trooper Frankie Williams

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William Hall was a New Jersey State Trooper, a Chief with the Port Authority of NY & NJ Police Department and now a Supervisor In Charge for the Federal Air Marshal service, New York Office. Chief Hall as I addressed him during and after our days with the Port Authority recalls the days of 9-11-01 and beyond. in the video. The Chief has a command presence about him and  spoke in a quiet tone most often unless you did not have the answers you were expected to have. Then no words were needed as one would look at his blue eyes and know you goofed up. A true commander that those just starting out could learn much from.

https://www.tsa.gov/videos/faces-tsa-william-hall-0

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Last Sunday A New Jersey State Trooper showed the New Jets what an open field tackle should look like.

Though unconfirmed, the trooper received an invite from the Jets to try out for a position during the next free agent try outs.

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/its-time-again-to-listen-to-kevin-harlan-call-play-by-p-1789714315

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The NJAA Law Enforcement Foundation is seeking your help at absolutely no cost to you.

You can at no cost to you, join Amazon Smile. Amazon will make a donation to the foundation at no cost to you when make purchases via Amazon. Again you do not lose any benefits, it at no cost to you and you'll help the foundation , help you.

PLEASE take 14 seconds to join, that's what it took to make the New Jersey Asian American Law Enforcement Foundation  my selected choice. 

thank you for your effort and helping the cause at no cost to you.

fraternally,

Robert

please note: one must  checkout on a desktop or laptop... Using the Amazon app on the smartphone will not be able to checkout with Amazon smile unfortunately  

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To those that served and are now serving in the armed forces, Happy Veterans Day.

To those that made the ultimate sacrifice we honor their service and heroism.

 

 

It's that time of year when the association reminds members in regards to annual membership  to the association.

During the year the association works hard to keep you informed on many issues. We continue to have a personal relationship with a multi vehicle dealership to afford you personal service and a great deal. We have extremely competent attorneys to assist you and your family . We at our own expense meet with community leaders, and law enforcement executives   for the purpose of networking and ensuring they know the association and its membership are alive and well. The association conducted more mock orals,  and more interview  scenarios than ever for our membership.  Our associate members have reached out to us more than ever before on a variety of issues.

Our annual "Asianfest" law enforcement social/ career fair has grown bigger and better than ever.

Continue to join with us, the oldest, largest Asian base ALL INCLUSIVE fraternal law enforcement organization in the state of New Jersey. Membership is still 35. until January 1, 2017, then it is 40.  NJAALEOA shirts are still only 5. until January 1, 2017 then it is 10. per shirt. Reminder on can use PayPal using  www.njaaleoa.org  Thank you to those that have already become 2017 members and to those that have told others about the association and they have become members for 2017. Now how about you?

      Yesterday (11/4/16) NYPD Sargent Paul Tuzzolo died of a gun shot wound by a perp. While in the performance of his duties the 19 year veteran responded to a domestic violence call when he was confronted by an armed individual who shot Sgt. in the head. Yet another tragic ending where a wife and two children will not see their husband/father come home anymore.

   On November 2, 2016 Des Moines Iowa Sergeant Anthony Beminio while on patrol was cowardly shot and killed "ambush style" by a known low life. Yet another tragic ending where a wife and their three children will not see or hear their father anymore.

  On November 2 Urbandale Iowa Police Officer while on patrol was cowardly shot and killed "ambush style" by a known low, the same individual who killed Sgt. Beminio. Yet another tragic ending where a young man with less than two years on the job will never go back to the only job he ever wanted.

More ambush style assassinations   of police officers, more indidvuals who shoot to kill police officers without a moment's notice. 

May these officers and those before them rest in peace. Their end of tours came too soon. Their acts of bravery and heroism will be remembered much, much longer.

                                                           

  ".....Back each other up, watch out for one another, be on high alert at all times, be vigilant, be great and go home safe!!! "  Words to remember. From a well respected Chief of Police in New Jersey.

 

 

On October 22nd the association held its general membership meeting and NJSP recruitment effort at the Picnic Gardens , Edison New Jersey.

Edison PD Deputy Chief R. Mieczkowski was a guest speaker to those in attendance including invited Rutgers and Brookdale college students. Det/Lieut Eugene Chine received the National Asian Peace Officers Detective Chang Apana  during the meeting.

Photos of the meeting......

 

 

 

To those members that were kind enough to donate to the NJAA Law Enforcement Foundation a IRS approved 501c3 foundation, thank you. Your generosity will go a long way to provide scholarships and other programs. To those that pledged to donate and maybe forgot, now would be a good time as any. For those that were on the fence, your tax deductible donation would be appreciated by the foundation

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 The Edison Police Department recently introduced their bike patrol squad to the public. Officer C. Gadomki  along with Officers Lisa Cimmino, Jennifer Aldahondo and Neel Patel comprise the bike patrol squad. Cimmino, Aldahondo and Patel also happen to be members of the NJAALEOA. Looking good bike squad! 

 

                              

                                                

 

Up front and close with those that know what it takes to become a New Jersey State Trooper. A power point presentation and your questions answered in a social setting. 

The New Jersey State Police is one of the largest law enforcement organizations in the state of New Jersey. At the October 22nd meeting we have the privilege of three State Troopers , all who are veterans of the NJSP recruitment unit.  What does it take to become NJ State trooper? What are the qualities sought by the NJSP in a candidate?

How long is the process? What is the process? I go could on and on but it may be better said by You or a family member or friend. Are the answers to your inquires transferable when seeking other positions I suspect the answer is a resounding YES.

Great food! great company! Great guests! in Dep. Chief Mieczkowski and the recruiting team of the New Jersey State Police. A power point presentation will be first before the question and answer session. Several, not one, not two but several association members are in the NJSP process, why not you, your family member or friend?

The New Jersey State Police will bid a happy retirement to Captain Steven Jones the commanding officer of the public affairs unit. The association wishes Captain Jones the very best with his next chapter in life.

New Jersey State Police Captain Steven Jones

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Recently a group from the Taiwan National Police Agency visited the Unites States to observe the best practices from various law enforcement departments. They visited with the honorable Dr. Henry Lee as well as The Morris County Sheriff's Office. Morris County Undersheriff William Schievella gave them the VIP tour of their facilities.

Photo from the left: NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh, Lt. General Ming-Chow HO, the President of the Taiwan Police College and Morris County Undersheriff William Schievella.

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On 9/27/2016  NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh & President Emeritus Robert May represented the association at the swearing in of the honorable NJ Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino. The event held at the Hughes Justice complex in Trenton was an extremely well attended event. As Jamie and I sat 4 rows away from the stage in front of AG Porrino we learned he is a brilliant attorney and just as important appears to be a down to earth person as his predecessor AG John Hoffman. History was made at the swearing in as for the first time ever, an electronic bible was used to swear in AG Porrino.  The honorable Governor Chris Christie and two past Governors B. Byrne and J. McGreevy were present at the swearing in. Jamie and I before or after the ceremony had the opportunity to confer with  County Prosecutors A. Carey (Middlesex), G. Park (Union), A. Onofri (Mercer), R. Bernardi (Burlington) and G. Grewal (Bergen). Jamie and I also had the opportunity to briefly confer other highly regarded indidvuals such  as AG J.Hoffman, Director E. Honig, Chief of staff  R. Ricigliano and NJSP NCO President P. Stillanessis. During the ceremony there were several standing ovations for AG Porrino which to this writer were/are well deserved. The office of the Attorney General continues to be in good hands with the honorable Christopher S, Porrino at its helm.  The NJAALEOA looks forward to continue  working with AG Porrino and his staff.

The honorable NJ Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino

The honorable NJ Governor Chris Christie

The honorable Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal with NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh

Former NJ Governor James McGreevy with President Emeritus R. May  

Congratulations to long time NJAALEOA supporter Mr. Yong Nae Cho who on September 23, 2016 received an  exceptional distinguish award for his many years of community service and years of leadership within the New Jersey Korean American Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Cho is on the left in the photo above and

fifth from the left within the photo below.

 

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An opportunity in Bergen County (thanks to joe)

 

With the recent multiple terrorist attacks in New Jersey, and New York of which the animal was apprehended two things hardly spoken of by the media but played a large part in the big picture.

1) There was an abundance of good luck on a number of levels. Such as the delay of the 5K race in Seaside Heights. No one was close enough to be killed at all the locations.

2) The perpetrator and thank goodness is not the brightest color in the box. Used classic well known methods to make IED's but only had the (and thank goodness) the ability to construct said instruments poorly where several devices did not go off.

Kudos to the bureau (including their techs), the ATF, and other law enforcement personnel including the NJ officer who recognized the perp. when the officer was removing him from the front of an establishment.  

 

The garbage is alive as is all he tried to kill......

 

 

Congrats to our own Neel P. who went down on one knee recently and asked this lovely young lady, "Will you marry me?" Figuring they just jumped out of a plane together how much worse can it get, she said YES. Congrats to the lovely couple.

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8/31/16) was the last day for NJAALEOA member Jeanette G. as a Senior NJS corrections officer. Tomorrow Jeanette obtains a new title. That of rookie Jersey City Police Officer. Jeanette is the second member in recent months to join one of the largest police forces in the state. Congratulations to Jeanette G.  

8-16-2016 The NJAALEOA in junction with the NJ Asian American Law Enforcement Foundation donated dozens of school supplies to the Amboy Bank effort which in turn gives the supplies to those children in need.  From right to left  Amboy bank manager Carol DiCola, President Emeritus/ founder of the NJAALEOA R. May, Amboy bank teller Trinette and Amboy bank asst. manager and NJAALEOA member Kathrine Lee.



  

The association is always proud and happy to know when a member receives an award or special recognition. This one is quite unique as the award is being given by an organization 1/2 way around the world to long time supporter and NJAALEOA member, retired supervisory US Air Marshal Tom Masters. Tom will next week fly to South Korea to receive "The Exceptional Korean of the Year "award by the Global Journalists Club of Korea. In part Tom will receive this prestigious award because of his "service to the US community and recruitment of Koreans Americans, specifically into law enforcement and ASIAN Americans, generally." Congrats Agent (ret) Thomas Masters, well deserved!

What are some of the youth of America, drinking,smoking  or eating to become possible future knuckle head leaders? Actually phrasing a question is an excellent investigative tool but the question posed to these youngsters still gives info of a name of a  brutal dictator, the name of an oppressive country  and the successful launch of a nuclear weapon by said country Media has covered the actions of North Korea for years yet these are responses of some of our youth.

https://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=33D3NOl0-ag

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Please note the attached photo. Two of our members travelled to Washington DC to attended this ground breaking event, NJSP Trooper G. Hong and our OEM Director Jamie Yeh.

On April 10, 2016, The Taiwanese American First Responders Benevolent Organization was formally established and recognized at a diplomatic ceremony in Washington, D.C. Founder & President Fung and Vice President Lee provided the delegates and volunteers with a presentation and mission of the organization.  
Among the law enforcement and homeland security attendees included Lt. Col. Lin from Taiwan National Police Agency, Dep. Federal Security Director Mildiner from Transportation Security Administration, Trooper Hong from New Jersey State Police, Detective Yu from Montgomery County Police, and OEM Director Yeh from New Jersey Asian American Law Enforcement Officers Association.

Several members of the association a few months ago participated in a national scale project by the distinguished Vera Institute. Earlier this year the publication was released with the approval of the US Attorney General Loretta Lynch. This project deals with current real time policing issues. Whether law enforcement executives want to acknowledge it exists or believe their jurisdictions have absolutely no need to address the issue of being more effective at community policing  maybe just maybe everyone should at least read through these guidebooks. From the 1st line patrol officer to the person with all the stars on their shoulders and scrambled eggs on their hats should at least read through this. I suspect community leaders, educators, criminal justice majors and John Q. Citizen will be able to take something away from this read. Early feedback from law enforcement personnel have been very positive.

On a personal note I would like to thank those officers from the association for taking part in this project. I would also like to thank the Vera Institute  for including Asians within the context of the word "community" when often Asians are for whatever reason are left out of the conversation.  Please take a period of time and look over the guidelines. The URL noted after the press release will lead you to the text. For a written copy of the guidelines please contact the Vera Institute.

 

 

A  long time NJAALEOA member received a super special belated Christmas present  on December 28,2015. Mohammad Ghafoor this day was sworn in as a member of the Edison Township Police Department. Mohammad is an Edison resident and former auxiliary police officer in Edison. He took his oath of office at the Edison municipal complex with a packed standing room audience in attendance. 
Congratulations Edison Twp. Police Officer #445 Mohammad  A. Ghafoor

Photo one: NJAALEOA President J. Luistro, Edison Township PD Chief of Police T. Bryan,  and Officer Mohammad Ghafoor

Photo two: Captain J. Shannon, Officer Ghafoor and Pres. J. Luistro

Photo three: Captain M. Freeman, Officer Ghafoor and Pres. J. Luistro




On December 21, 2015 members of the NJAALEOA, [email protected] Arms, Raymond Alfaro,  NJAALEOA OEM Director Jamie Yeh and the undersigned attended the press conference held by the honorable NJ Attorney General John Hoffman. The press conference held at the Rutgers, Piscataway campus duly noted more and more law enforcement departments are taking advantage of a  state asset forfeiture based grant as well as a federal grant program to implement a body cam program within their departments.  The association has advocated for the use of body cams for many positive reasons such as  the interests of law enforcement and the public are preserved in video. As it is said, "One picture can equate to a thousand words."  The response from the membership and supporters of the association has been overwhelmingly positive in regards to the issue of body cams. The association continues to strive to have organizations known to the association make their thoughts, concerns or  comments known to us in regards to this issue or others. It is important to have the Asian American community as well as the community at large know what those little boxes attached to the shirt of a law enforcement officer are and what the purpose of those boxes are. Some law enforcement executives in attendance at the conference but not pictured above were County Prosecutors Grace Park and Andrew Carey, Chief of Detectives J. McCabe, Rutgers Police Captain Ken Cop, Middletown Deputy Chief Robert Stefanski, and Camden County Police Chief Scott Thompson.

Never too young to think about a career in law enforcement. Attending the NJAALEOA meeting, 18 month old Rien with her mother Detective J. Thai.


PHOTO RIGHT: Some of the 2015-2016 NJAALEOA Executive Board members with super NJAALEOA supporter Morris County Undersheriff W. Schievella. 




On this the 14th  anniversary of the worst terrorist attack on US soil, I thought these two photos would be special on this solemn day.  
 
Photo one: Pope Benedict, praying for the souls lost on 9-11-01 and blessing the World Trade site.


Photo two: One of the last individuals to come out of the rumble alive that was once the World Trade tower, Port Authority Police Lieutenant  John McLoughlin meets and is blessed by Pope Benedict. 


Photo three: What the World Trade site looked like just beyond where Pope Benedict stood.



( Photos not to be copied or reproduced in any matter for any reason under any circumstances)
 
There is no doubt in my mind many have forgotten what happened and the significance of September 11th. Please take a moment ,one moment out of  your day today to pause and reflect of  that day in September of 2001 where thousand of innocents were slain and hundreds made the ultimate sacrifice to save many.



Policing has its benefits. 
Recruitment, age does not matter
Making for a good day to those we serve, one small person at a time
Having our citizens know they are safe and secure, one shiny badge at a time.
Jen Aldahondo (NJAALEOA 1st VP) with a member of the public we all serve 24/7
 

 
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This is pretty awesome. (thanks to Virginia)
 
 http://www.ew.com/article/2015/09/04/marvel-amadeus-cho-totally-awesome-hulk
 
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No need for commentary for this one.

 
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RIP in Peace brother.

 

 
 

This has happened in the past and it will happen in the future, a reason for law enforcement to video  their own actions now in days. People see and hear things differently, whether intentional or not. 
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/15/nyregion/witness-accounts-in-midtown-hammer-attack-show-the-power-of-false-memory.html?_r=0 

 

On Monday April 27,2015 yours truly traveled to the Morris County Police and Fire Academy as I was honored and privileged to speak on behalf of the NJAALEOA before the graduating  class of young woman and men who took part in and past the Law Enforcement Career Development Course. As I looked out to the audience of graduates from the dais I was humbled to know that despite the recent intense hatred of law enforcement by organized thugs, punks and the like, there were young adults striving to become a member of blue  each knowing one day they may have to but themselves in harms way to protect others. These graduates reminded me of many of our associate members of which some are graduates of this course and they too know our job is one that in a split second  things can change for the worse. 
This is an amazing program. The powerhouse of law enforcement officials and on the dais and university administrators in the front row was to say the least most impressive. The most impressive of all is who in the world could produce this one of kind program ,bring  together an array of well respected law enforcement officials to teach the course as to give these young college adults a real sense of what lies ahead for them in the law enforcement community? All NJAALEOA members and supporters have heard his name on a number of occasions by the association.  He is a great supporter of the NJAALEOA. He is a long time multi decade friend of mine. He is none other than  Morris County Undersheriff William Schievella.  Undersheriff Schievella spoke in part of the diversity of the graduating class and as I looked at the faces of those in the audience how true his words were. A diverse, educated, smart  law enforcement community... that's a good thing for all concerned.
 
I was going to speak about how not everyday will be safe free and  keeping public order is not the easiest thing to achieve in a world whose population is mixed with outright lawless people. This was too happy of an occasion to speak of a lesson they all will learn in the future when they put on the "blue".
I spoke about the NJAALEOA and emphazied if the NJAALEOA could be of assistance to anyone of the graduates all they has to do was to reach out to their Executive Director of the program Undersheiff Schievella. The keynote speaker was Deputy NJ Attorney General Wanda Moore who spoke upon several issues using a video presentation. It was an excellent presentation.

 

One of the remarks by Under sheriff Schievella was how important networking is to the law enforcement community. How true. The NJAALEOA is proud and honored to network with Undersheriff Schievella and the programs he produces for the good of so many. Last night (4/28/15) was a good night for our future in law enforcement , those highly regarded within the law enforcement community, the educators in attendance, the families of the graduates and myself. Why, for so many reasons.... but one particular  selfish reason comes to  mind.  For one night, this  night the good that is within the law enforcement community shined and shined brightly without one word from a cop hater,or a puck that wishes death upon us everyday   because unfrotuneately  a few did wrong while  the vast majority, the huge majority in law enforcement day in and day out 24 hours a day protect and serve as they are sworn do until they hang up the handcuffs and call it a day 20, 25, 30 years down the road.  This was a good day for me, this was an excellent day for me and I thank the graduates, the law enforcement professionals , the educators at the ceremony  and  especially one very special person who does so much for so many,..... one  William Schievella. 

 

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Photos: left: photo Undersheriff William Schievella in a rare uniform photo ,  Port Auth. of NY & NJ Police Officer I Irving, it was a pleasant surprise to see one of my own from the PAPD at the ceremony   and yours truly.

middle: yours truly with NJAALEOA member and law enforcement course graduate Imtiaz Zinnah

right:  NJAALEOA member Imtiaz Zinnah and future NJAALEOA member Julia Perry.

 

 

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Interesting article from active member David L.

 http://usa.chinadaily.com.cn/opinion/2015-04/30/content_20583434.htm

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New York City Police Officer Brian Moore saw something a thug was doing around his waist band, He saw something most people would not think twice about. But not Police Officer Brian Moore.,there was something suspicious about the actions taken by the thug and the plainclothes anti crime officer knew it.
The thug also knew he was in the presence of a police officer and reacted as the career criminal that he is. He without regards for life as he had done before,he took a gun from his person and shot Officer Moore in the head. Brian Moore fought for life for two days until the result of the gunshot wound he took at the hands of the thug was too much and he past on to be along side St. Michael and I am sure many  other brave souls. No marches condemning the actions of the punk who happened to be Black, no destruction of property , no burning of vehicles, no throwing of rocks and stones by civilians or anybody else. None of that. Just a long, line of blue, two rows of blue saluting a hero as he past by in an ambulance for a trip to a funeral parlor. All at attention, all silent  all respectful to a person who wanted and did make a difference to the people of New York City. Rest in Peace Officer Brian Moore..........  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsCp5LG_zNE
 
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The NJAALEOA and all those associated with us, we honor the name of 25 year old  NYC Police Officer Brian Moore.

 

 
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http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/New-York-NYC-NYPD-Taxi-Driver-Uber-Cop-Video-Tirade-NYC-Detective-298585531.html
 
Your  alone making a car stop
Your in plain clothes
You have no idea who the driver is nor the person in the back seat.
plus at least 15 other concerns including one should consider everything  may be recorded for the good, bad or otherwise. 
 
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http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-actress-taraji-p-henson-son-racial-profile-20150327-story.html
 
On the flip side, a rush to judgment of racial profiling of police by a current known actress is blown out of the water when a video clearly displays no such action occurred.  The officer could have suffered a lot of grief  had it not been for the video. The officer in fact was by far courteous and professional in his handling of the incident.
 
Two videos with law enforcement personnel involved, two different outcomes.
If you had to choose , which video would you be in?





 
A happy moment, Congratulates to Detective Lieutenant Dennis Lam upon his recent retirement from the Madison Township Police Department.  Detective Lieutenant Lam a well respected police commander and community leader I am sure will be missed in Madison. The NJAALEOA is extremely proud to have Dennis as a member and we hope he will mentor upcoming rookies that may one day  fill his big shoes as a knowledgeable , well respected police commander. Best of luck to Detective Lieutenant Dennis Lam!!
 
 
http://www.nj.com/middlesex/index.ssf/2014/11/in_wake_of_home_invasions_questions_about_lack_of_asian_cops_in_central_nj.html#incart_most-read
 

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The association received this from several sources. This is to all that protect and serve, municipal, county, state, bi state, federal and all other law enforcement entities. This is worth passing on.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjK8iEEguE8

 

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The Executive Director of the NPDF Joe Occhipinti has broadcast a 2500.00 reward for the safe recovery of Timothy Hamlett. Please post where appropriate. The NJAALEOA thanks the Executive and the NPDF for their efforts. Click here for more details.



 The following was received from our brother and sister fraternal  law enforcement organization from across the river. As noted the proceeds to the journal will be given to the parents of Detective's Liu.  Click here for more info.

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This will also be sent to corporate entities as well as out of  state law enforcement personnel If you or an associate you know can assist please do so. Tickets to attend the event is sold out with a waiting list being used. The purchase of a  journal ad  is  way of showing your support to law enforcement and to Detective Liu's family

 

 

 

 


The following missing person is the son of a Port Authority police officer which I had the privilege of working with. Please LEO's especially MOF of NYPD, PAPD,MTA, Amtrak and NJ Transit be made aware of his descript. To all those that receive this NJAALEOA e-mail and are not sworn LEO's, if you observe someone that looks like the individual please say something and remember the location, if in the company of anyone description of clothing, a license plate #, make and model if seen in a vehicle or just about anything  else. The contact numbers are listed below or call 911 if you do not remember the listed numbers.

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NYPD Detective is laid to rest today 1/4/15, a few days after his partner NYPD  Detective Ramos was laid to rest at the same cemetery. The association has received numberous photos of the funeral detail from association members who attended the funeral. In honor and remembrance of Detectives Liu and Ramos the association will post photos in a special section of  the association websites. 
 
Today, in the New York Times, a Sunday front page article focused on  Asians- Americans in law enforcement and  the NYPD. The article ( video version) also included headline input from NJAALEOA President Joseph Luistro  and a quote from yours truly (print article). The print article headlined NYPD Detective (ret) Tommy Ong who is now a PI. Tommy continues to be a positive force in promoting "the job" NYPD and is often times at NYPD AJS events with camera in hand. It is the hope of the association that the New York Times article written by David Chen and video, produced by Channon Hodge  promotes the fact the fabric of professional law enforcement in this country and state and should  consist of  individuals of not just one background but of several, including but not limited to Asian Americans. 
 
 The video
 
 
http://www.nytimes.com/video/nyregion/100000003429490/a-community-responds.html?playlistId=1194811622182&region=video-grid&version=video-grid-thumbnail&contentCollection=Times+Video&contentPlacement=0&module=recent-videos&action=click&pgType=Multimedia&eventName=video-grid-click 

 

 

The following attachment is the bio of Tunnel and Bridge Officer Thomas Choi. As mentioned in an earlier e-mail his passing is a result of a line of duty injury which left him a coma that he never came out of.
RIP Officer Thomas Choi.
 

 
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 The association has received a number of photos taken before, during and after the funeral of slain NYPD Detective Liu. The association will send out a few photos in a future e-mail but will have many others displayed on a special section of our websites. Many NJAALEOA members attended the funeral and wake to pay respects to Detective Liu and his family as they did during  Detective's Ramos's wake and funeral. It must be noted that the NYPD Asian Jade Society held a gathering of law enforcement  personnel from around the country who are members of the National Asian Peace Officers Association as to one final time, as a group, pay their respects to hero cop.... NYPD Detective  Wen Jian Liu. The NYPD Asian Jade Society deserves  kudos to have such a gathering  at a  Brooklyn restaurant for over one hundred law enforcement personnel at their own expense. 
 
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The following are photos taken of NYPD Detective Liu's wake which was held in Brooklyn, the same location where the funeral for the Detective will take place. These photos were taken by NJAALEOA member , avid supporter David Lin.  An additional e-mail will follow with photos taken by David.

 

Around 2000 hours (12/20/14) the Police Commissioner of the New York City Police Department held a press conference and in detail spoke of the execution of two members of the force, Police Officer Ramos and Police Officer Liu. at the hands of a punk, scum, ganged up, coward. As indicated by Commissioner Bratton, the two officers did not have a chance to respond to the deadly threat posed to them while they were on duty, in uniform and doing what they were sworn to do while in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn.  It was noted by the commissioner that the scum probably traveled from an out of state jurisdiction and purposely traveled to Brooklyn intent on killing New York City Police officers this day.
 
Officer Liu from sources has indicated he is a member of the New York City Police Asian Jade Society, our brother organization across the river. Non the less these are our brothers, Liu and Ramos, in blue that made the ultimate sacrifice and on this day will not ever again come home to their families. 
 
NJAALEOA President  Luistro and I discussed this tragic incident that led to the death of Officers Liu and Ramos before the Commissioner's press conference. We cannot stress enough the need for all to be vigilant as best as you can though in this case this punk never gave Officers Liu and Ramos a chance to respond to his actions against them. Please be careful out there and to our associates if you see something report it.
 
The NJAALEOA mourns the loss of two  of our own in blue from the New York City Police Department.



This is from James Ng,  the current President of the NYPD Asian Jade Society. James is a Sgt. assigned to the Midtown Pct.
 

NAPOA President James Ng today issued a news release with the following statement:
“The National Asian Peace Officers Association mourns the death of one our own members from the local chapter of the New York Police Department Asian Jade Society. Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Officer Wenjian Liu, a 7-year officer who married just 2 months ago. He immigrated to this country as a teen from Toishan, a city in southern Guangdong province in China. His parents are ...understandably grief stricken over the loss of their only child.”

“At Woodhull Hospital, where Officer Liu had been taken after the shooting, I had the painful task of providing English translation to Officer Liu’s family. In the days ahead, we hope the outpouring of support and assistance from the National Asian Peace Officers Association and its 22 chapters across the nation will provide comfort to the Liu family. We shall deeply miss Officer Liu. Not only will we always remember you, but always, we will be very grateful to you for your honorable devotion and dedication to protecting our communities.”

Congratulations to Past NJAALEOA Ex. Bd. member and Jersey City Police Officer Joel Villabroza upon his promotion to Detective on 12/22/2014. Joel has been a long standing member of the association and it is a well deserved promotion.

photo one right to left: Jen Aldahondo VP NJAALEOA., Steven Fulop, the Mayor of Jersey City, Detective Villabroza and NJAALEOA President Joe Luistro in front of the mayor's office after the swearing in ceremony. 

 

The photo attached is Ms. Wong accepting a plaque from the NJAALEOA on behalf of one of our great sponsors and supporters who wish to remain anonymous. The association finally made the presentation yesterday 12/23/14.


 

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