Family, Friends, and All Others Remember . . .
 
Photograph: Detective Daniel Enchautegui
Patch image: New York City Police Department, New York

Detective Daniel Enchautegui
New York City Police Department
New York
Saturday, December 10, 2005

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Danny,
I only met you once, but my brother being your partner, I felt you were family. You always watched over him, and he thinks of you always, I can tell. You always will be a hero, my inspiration. I feel lucky to have been graced by you, such an honest and loving soul. Rest in peace. We miss you so much.

Becky

2009-11-23


Fidelis ad Mortem!

PO ADAMS
NYPD 46 PCT

2009-07-19


Det. Echautegui, thank you for your service and dedication. Neither you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

2009-06-10


Danny, you are truly missed. I'll never forget your determination and focus while at the academy. You were always good for a laugh and I'll never forget your sense of humor. Rest easy pana, and watch over us.

PO Herrera
NYPD

2009-06-08


I just read your story...you're a hero and I would have been honored to work with you...RIP brother

Officer
Louisville Metro Police

2009-01-10


Merry Christmas brother!! Watch over us, we will never forget you....

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

2008-12-24


You have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You are a true hero and heroes never die.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

2008-12-10


Detective Enchautegui, On this, the anniversary of your passing i would like to let you know that you have not been forgotten. We are still here fighting for what you believed in and fought for. We already put one piece of s@*t away and now we will put away another. Death by firing squad would be better than life without parole but hey, you know where we live. I will never watch A Bronx Tale again, Rest in peace man, we will never forget...

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

2008-12-10


My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends at the end of the third year of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

2008-12-10


"In valor there is hope."

Heroes live forever and you are not forgotten!!!!!!!

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Enchautegui, we have the watch...



”I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
---Isaiah 6:8

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

2008-12-10


Compadre, Justice is being done. Even though I know it won't bring you back, I know it's what you would have wanted. It's almost over and then you can rest in peace dear friend. YOU ARE TRULY MISSED. I LOVE YOU!

Mirtha Baerga
Comadre & Friend

2008-12-01


I just read an article on the incident that took your life. I just wanted to tell you that you were very brave that day, a true hero.

Please watch over the rest of us and know that you will never be forgotten, even by officers you never met.

Sarge
LEO

2008-09-28


"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

2008-01-02


Rest in Peace Detective. If your ever watching from above, feel free to watch my back anytime, it'd be an honor. God bless you and your family. I've been over several others homes as they watch movies that had your killer in it and I refuse to watch. Rest in peace sir.

Ofc. Aaron P. Sparks
Newbury Police Department N.H.

2007-12-29


TO A GOOD FRIEND AND A BETTER COP THAN ANYONE I'VE WORKED WITH. ITS YOUR TWO YEAR REMEMBERANCE MARK., I HOPE THINGS ARE GOING WELL AUP ABOVE I KNOW THAT ALOT OF PEOPLE WILL NEVER FORGET WHAT KIND OF PERSON YOU WERE. IT FELT LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS AND RUSHED TO YOUR BED SIDE, A DAY I WONT FORGET, YOU WILL BE MISSED IN ROLL CALL DUDE YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPOT IN THE 4-12 SHIFT. TAKE CARE DAN .......PEACE BROTHER.....

P.O PEREZ.O
METRO TRANSIT POLICE

2007-12-10


On this 2nd anniversary of your EOW, we are thinking of you, your family and brothers/sisters in blue. You are a True Hero and will not be forgotten.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

2007-12-10


I was very sad to learn today that your mother passed away, just months after your father; the pain of your death more than either could handle.

I can only hope that the three of you are together again.



2007-11-27


I will always remember Danny's determination and character as a fellow police officer.
I will never forget how he exemplified what it means to possess a kind and true spirit.

Sergeant Daniel Pavelchak
NYPD

2007-10-24


I can't stop thinking about Detective Daniel Enchautegui's courage and dedication toward his job. He is an absolute hero and I am proud to say that I rode in his honor in 2006 with the Police Unity Tour from N.J. to Washington, D.C. I continue to wear my bracelet with his name, department and end of watch engraved with honor and pride and will never take it off. The law enforcement family will miss you dearly. Even though we never met, I will never forget him. Rest in peace my brother.

Sergeant Peter Iossa
Madison Borough P.D. New Jersey

2007-07-21


I recently met some of your colleagues from the 20 at DC at police memorial week. I was very impressed with your department. I hope you take pride in knowing you served with a great group of guys who take pride in your work and sacrifice.

Trooper
KSP

2007-05-17


My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are not forgotten.

Family Member of Lt Mike Walker (EOW 12/
California Highway Patrol

2006-12-10


Our Lord has noted your bravery and will honor you for it.May you Rest in Peace and may He comfort your loved ones.



2006-12-10


YOU & YOUR SACRIFICE ARE NOT FORGOTTEN OFC. ENCHAUTEGUI.
WE REMEMBER YOU ON THE 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR TRAGIC DEATH.

THE MEN & WOMEN OF THE NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIV. POLICE DEPT.
CHICAGO,IL.


NORTHEASTERN IL. UNIV. POLICE

2006-12-10


Hey Danny, we really miss you. I remember the fun and the jokes we used to have before roll call and how you were always so caring toward everyone, always ready to help. Thanks for everything. We love you and miss you.

Your friend, Alisa.

P.O. Rivera
NYPD

2006-11-26


DANNY YOU WAS THERE FOR ME WHEN MY SON PASSED AWAY AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AS A HERO AND A FRIEND MAY YOU AND MY BABY REST IN PEACE.LOOK AFTER MY SON KEEP EACH OTHER COMPANY AND REMEMBER THAT BOTH OF YOU ARE GONE BUT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.R.I.P DANNY & CHRISTIAN LOVING YOU BOTH ALWAYS AND WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. LOVE CHINA & FAMILY.BRYANT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU.......

CHINA
GOOD FRIEND

2006-09-27


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