It break's my heart and spirit when 2 LODD's happen within a span of 5 days here in Canada. Sometimes tears are not enough!!

My country has lost 2 more fine young police officers in the line of duty this past week and it tears me up inside. The USA has also lost fine Officers in the past week also, and a part of my soul goes along with a part of my spirit everytime I see another LODD notice come into my e mail inbox. On occassion an LODD is unavoidable such as MVA's when an Officer is hit from behind while on a traffic call and his/her cruiser is pushed forward and into them. I say unavoidable but that's not true, sure they can be avoided but an Officer's mind can only process so much information at one time, and the Lord has not provided the human race with eyes that circle our heads. Even the loss of a moment's concentration can lead to a tragedy , a needless loss of an LE life.
In the latest case where a 15 year veteran Constable of the Ontario Provincial Police was laid to rest Friday, happened by the most heinous of circumstances, a traffic stop, and an ambush. Cst. Vu Phan of the OPP didn't even have the chanceto draw his service weapon and was murdered in cold blood, shot in the head, by a 70 year old man who most certainly was an EDP. Back up officers arrived on the scene and an ensuing gun battle took part with more than 20 shots fired, thankfully Cst, Phan was the only Officer hit or this could have become one of Canada's worst weeks for LODD's since the ambush killings in Mayerthorpe AB. At least the shooter's family ' did the right thing' and took the perp and cold blooded cop killer off of life support, ending the need for a lenghty trial, and putting Cst. Phan's family through more grief, and the bringing back of painful memories of that tragic morning at 10:45 when Cst. Phan gave his all. Even though the perp is dead it will not bring back our OPP Hero and Brother LEO, who I sincerly is finding eternal peace and restt for a job well done, and one he so very much loved to do.
Cst. Phan left behind his wife and 3 children, who I hope and pray will come to realize that their Father was a true hero, who loved them, loved his adopted Country, and passed away while doing what he loved best, serving and protecting the citizens of his adopted homeland.
Here are some photos taken at Cst. Phans Memorial and funeral, as you can see a national grieves along with the Brotherhood of the Thin Blue Line. Vu may you rest in peace Brother, we have your watch now!!! :

http://www.nationalpost.com/multimedia/photos/gallery/index.html?id=2677209


Tragedy number one happened on March 1 2010 and was a result of an MVA, where a young hero, Peel Regional Police Constable Artem 'James" Ochakovsky gave all also doing what he loved best. He left behind a young bride , and a 3 year old son, who will never be able to grow up to really know his father the hero. He is at the age where the question of " When is Daddy coming home is going to happen often, stirring painful memories in his Mommy everytime she has to explain to him that Daddy won't be home, but died a hero. Please all of my readers put ' James" wife in your prayers as being a police widow is a terrible, painful, and very emotuonal trial that must be endured and will most likely come at a very high price on her emotionally.

Peel Police Constable Artem "James" Ochakovsky


On Monday, March 1, 2010, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Constable Artem “James” OCHAKOVSKY, while operating a marked police cruiser, was involved in a two-vehicle collision in the intersection of Airport Road and Steeles Avenue East. Constable OCHAKOVSKY was taken to the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre with critical injuries, where, despite the hospital staff’s best efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.


Constable Artem “James” OCHAKOVSKY was a two-year veteran of Peel Regional Police. He had been assigned to the Uniform Bureau at 21 Division, where he operated in a patrol function in the City of Brampton. He is survived by his wife and 3 year-old son.

A trust fund in support of Constable Ochakovsky’s family has been established with TD Canada Trust. Donations can be made at any TD Canada Trust branch. Cheque or direct deposits should be made out to “In Trust for the Family of James Ochakovsky”. The account number is: 0159-6529108.

Those who wish to express their condolences to the family and friends of Constable Artem "James" Ochakovsky #3382 can do so by e-mail at condolences@peelpolice.ca


http://www.mississauga.com/news/article/647398--thousands-mourn-fallen-officer

It is always tragedies like these that bring the police family together, I wish it was weddings, and graduations that would do it, but it is at times like this that we draw strenghth from each other, and we show the world that yes, we are a family, and when an Officer is lost we all grieve, we cry, and yes we find comfort in each and every fellow LEO in attendence. The two saddest and disturbing things that a police officer can ever hear in his or her career are:

1) Attention all units...OFFICER DOWN

2) The sound of bagpipes playing Amazing Grace over the quiet sobbing, and Brotherly hugs that complete stranger officers give each other at the funerals.

The most amazing thing you can hear at a Memorial or Funeral is fellow officers just saying to each other, " It's okay Brother, I AM HERE FOR YOU"

Godspeed and forever rest in peace my Brothers and fellow Canadians. You will be greatly missed by our ' family', but you will never be forgotten!!!!!