Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Policeman James J. Duffy

Charleston Police Department, South Carolina

End of Watch Sunday, July 16, 1916

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Reflections for Policeman James J. Duffy

It's amazing how even back then politicians were every bit as clueless, crooked and self serving as they are today, but disturbingly so as to let a cop killer go is frightening. Officer Duffy, your assailant may have ultimately walked away from your untimely and heroic departure without as severe consequences as he deserved, but he surely faced a higher court and authority somewhere else as did hopefully the "esteemed and honorable" Governor Robert Cooper. Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 16, 2020

I am so mortified to read that a murderer, especially a "cop" murderer was released in five short years. This memorial site has made it possible for unsung heroes of many, many years to finally be given notice, not only by their family, their agency, but by all who are intrigued enough to learn about our law enforcement history and its' loss, and those brave men and eventually women who gave that sacrifice. My heart goes out to any extended family that may still be alive. I personally thank you for your family's sacrifice. Continue to RIP Brother of Blue. The Watch Is Handled By Brothers and Sisters of Blue Now.

Ret. Detective S. P. Halbritter
CCSO

July 17, 2015

I'm forever grateful for those who have served before us and paved the way for our LE today. For his sacrifice and that of his family's loss then and now, please find solace in knowing that he died a true and valiant hero. Continue to R. I. P. My brother in Blue.

Ret. Detective S. P. Halbritter
CCSO

July 16, 2015

I thank God that he and his service and sacrifice to the community has not been forgotten.

James Joseph Inabinett Jr. Esq
Great Grandson

October 6, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 94th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 16, 2010

Officer Duffy you are not forgotten. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Charleston. Rest in peace.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

August 29, 2007

Policeman Duffy, You are not forgotten

August 27, 2007

Officer Duffy,
It has taken over 91 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Charleston.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

August 27, 2007

OFFICER DUFFY, MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

August 26, 2007

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