New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, July 5, 2017
Add to My HeroesMiosotis P. Familia
Detective Miosotis Familia was shot and killed from ambush as she sat in a marked mobile command post vehicle at the intersection of East 183rd Street and Morris Avenue in the Bronx.
As she sat in the vehicle at approximately 12:30 a.m. a male approached and fired one shot through the window, striking Detective Familia in the head.
Officers responding to the call of an officer down confronted the male subject fleeing the scene. The officers shot and killed the subject in an exchange of gunfire.
Detective Familia had served with the New York City Police Department for 12 years and was assigned to the 46th Precinct. She is survived by her three children.
Detective Familia was posthumously promoted to the rank of detective.
In July 2018, Ryer Street outside the 46th Precinct was renamed Detective Miositis Familia in her honor.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 7370
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Shot and killed
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View all 356 ReflectionsYou ever present smile and upbeat demeanor is missed. You were taken from us because you chose to take on a new assignment for the sake of your family. Your selfless sacrifice will never be forgotten. Especially by the people who were Blessed to have their day brightened by your presence. God Bless
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