United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection - Office of Field Operations, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, May 16, 2020
Add to My HeroesChing Kok "CK" Yan
Officer CK Yan died after contracting COVID-19 while on duty at the International Mail Facility at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, New York.
Officer Yan had served with the United States Customs and Border Protection - Office of Field Operations for 13 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.
In early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic due to requirements of their job. Many of these first responders died as a result of COVID-19.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Location New York
- Incident Date Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Most Recent Reflection
View all 80 ReflectionsMy family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Officer Ching Kok "CK" Yan during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Officer Ching Kok "CK" Yan.
Gail M. Pabst
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