Officer Down Memorial Page

I was a rookie fireman and responded to the assault on Officer Edington 09-30-1979. As we rolled into the scene, we rolled past the scene where other responding officers and deputies had gunned down Officer Edington's killer. It had been a beautiful, peaceful day in Marina del Rey up until this incident occurred. Our crew worked very aggressively attempting to save the severely-wounded fallen officer. We accompanied him to the ER with hopes something could be done. We were all taken-back and saddened with his loss when the doctors told us he was beyond medical help. I was a young man then. I did not know Officer Edington, but I will never forget his senseless, tragic death. Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers have a very close professional bond. It hurts us all to lose a 'brother' or 'sister'. After 33 years I found this post and hope to express my sincerest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow officers.

Josh Roten, Fire Captain (retired)
Responded to incident
March 19, 2012

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