New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Thursday, May 28, 2009
Add to My HeroesOmar J. Edwards
Detective Omar Edwards was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity while attempting to arrest a man who he caught breaking into his car.
Detective Edwards, who was in plainclothes, had just finished his shift and was returning to his personal vehicle when he observed a man going through the vehicle and attempted to arrest him. The man broke free and fled on foot as Officer Edward chased him with his gun drawn.
Three officers driving by observed Officer Edwards chasing the suspect and made a U-turn to follow them. One of the officers exited the patrol car and opened fire, striking Officer Edwards.
He was transported to Harlem Hospital Center where he succumbed to his wounds.
Detective Edwards had served with the New York City Police Department for two years and was assigned to the Housing Bureau Impact Response Team. He was posthumously promoted to the rank of Detective. Detective Edwards is survived by his wife and two young children.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 7347
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 217 ReflectionsHey O it’s been a while but the memory of the circumstances still enters my mind 10 plus years later. I am sure your wife and 2 sons are doing well. Rest in Power bro. Your memory will live on and I love what you stood for.
Correction Officer John C. Butler
New York City Department Corrections
November 15, 2020
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