Officer Down Memorial Page

THank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
May 18, 2012

Rest in Peace, Sergeant Crenshaw. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
February 14, 2012

Rest in peace Sgt. Crenshaw, your courage and bravery will never be forgotten. I have visited your grave at Dade Memorial Park.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2011

Rest in peace Sgt. Crenshaw, your courage and bravery will never be forgotten. I have visited your grave at Dade Memorial Park.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2011

Harrison Crenmshaw and I went through boot camp at the same time. Also, we were assigned the same first duty station, Hurlburt Field, Florida. Harrison was intelligent,sharp and a friend. He is a figure in my past that made a life long impact. I am honored to have known this man.

Bob Holder, MSgt. USAF, Retired
December 17, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 36th 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
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 18, 2010

As my career's end is coming closer, I decided to check and find those who had lost their lives during the year that I was hired. While it's been a long time since your passing, I'm sure those you left behind and those whom with you served with distinction have kept you alive in their memories. Thank you for your service and for looking out for us who continue in our chosen profession. Rest in peace Sgt. Crenshaw.

Sgt. Robert Mau Sr.
PD Joliet IL
December 16, 2008

The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
October 3, 2007

Sergeant Crenshaw, thank you for your dedicated service and for paying the ultimate price for us and for our community. Sir, you along with all our other brothers and sisters that have died in the line of duty are the true heroes. Even though I didn't know you personally, I have been privileged to know you thru you son Harrison. His demeanor and professionalism are truly a positive reflection of you. I'm sure you are proud of him and of his accomplishments.

Det. E. David Falcon
Miami-Dade Police Dept.
May 25, 2007

Heros are never forgotten. Thank you for your service.
Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
May 18, 2007

REST IN PEACE BROTHER

D/S CAMPBELL
April 8, 2007

My heart goes out to Sergeant Crenshaw, his family, and the Miami-Dade Police Department. God bless and rest in peace.

Officer Pelay
Fayetteville, NC Police Dept.
September 29, 2006

My Dad.....I miss you much. So many things I want to tell you, share with you. 10 years old; 32 years ago. I remember it as if it happened yesterday. The thought of your death is still emotionally challenging and very painful for me. The hurt is ever so present. A huge void...... a void that time has not healed.

I carry you with me wherever I go. I carry your soul, your spirit, your honor. I carry you with me.

Miss you dad.


Harrison Crenshaw,
Miami-Dade Police Dept.

Inv. Supervisor Harrison Crenshaw
Miami-Dade Police Dept. and son
August 30, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Metro-Dade Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Sergeant Crenshaw deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Sergeant Crenshaw is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina
June 21, 2006

I remember the incident like it was yesterday. Sergeant Crenshaw was a training officer of mine and I patently remember that last time I saw him at the academy he was wearing starched pressed blue dungarees, his shoes were highly shined, his large Afro made him look like a movie star righ out of Mod Squad. To this day I can see him sitting on the desk in that classroom teaching the recruits. He was one of my heros. Sincerely Sgt. Mike Kahn, 72-97

Sergeant
Metro-Dade Police Department
June 14, 2006

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION.GOD BE WITH YOU.

J.CISNEROS
LOS ANGELES SCHOOL POLICE
July 22, 2005

I knew Harry for a number of years and liked him a great deal. I recall being the Uniform Sergeant with a detail of Police Officers protecting the entrance to the Playboy Club on Miami Beach during the DNC or RNC in 1972. A hostile crowd of several thousand were approaching me and my dozen or so Officers when a number of Florida Highway patrol Trooper vehicles swooped in with lights and sirens blocking the Club entrance. Four or five Troopers came boiling out each of these patrol cars all armed with 4 ft riot batons and their charge into the crowd broke it up and dispersed it. I saw Harry Crenshaw who was Under Cover in the group running as fast as he could away from the Club and he had a huge grin on his face as he passed my position. He was being chased by a goliath of a Trooper who kept swatting at him with that riot baton. Harry kept running and smiling.
Less than a month before he was murdered Harry was assisting my Squad in executing a drug search warrant and making some arrests. We had a very cordial conversation that I still recall.
I remember good things about you Harry.
Tom Lyons
MDPD (66-80)
FBI(80-2001)

Tom Lyons (Lt) (Special Agent)
Metro-Dade PD / FBI
July 1, 2005

Rest in peace. Not forgotten.

Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department