Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the Sanchez family, Anthony was a wonderful human being and an excellent Police Officer. I’m know God’s Angels fought to be the one to escort him up to heaven. I have many tears over the years in his memory. The late tour crew was another family to each of us that worked the midnight shift. Anthony was respected and loved by all his co-workers. Steve Lotti retired 12x8 Sergeant 13th pct.

Steve Lotti retired Lt.
NYPD

August 7, 2023

It's unbelievable to think how many years have passed since you were taken from us. Although time has passed, you have always remained in our thoughts. You were a great cop, and more importantly, a great man. Please continue to rest in peace. We pray that God comforts your loved ones.

Sgt. Jimmy Mullen (Retired)
13 Precinct

May 19, 2023

Officer Sanchez,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

May 19, 2022

On May 19, 1997 PO. Anthony Sanchez was taken from us, and it also happens the day I was born. In 2019 I was sworn in as a City of Newark Police Officer. Even though I never knew PO Sanchez or his family I hope to carry on his legacy and serve my community proud the same way he served his. My prayers are with his family and friends during this tough day. RIP brother.

Police Officer
Newark PD

May 19, 2022

I remember this tragedy. I was a recently promoted Sgt. in the 046 Pct. and saw the story on the news in the morning when I got up after a 4x12 tour. Terrible. Such bravery in the face of gunfire. May God bless your soul and those of your family. You were a great example of the selfless acts of courage and decency that define the NYPD.

Sgt. Daniel Murphy
NYPD Retired

September 18, 2021

Officer Sanchez,
I did not know you but I did graduate high school with your brother.
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your senseless death.
I have run into your brother many times since your passing. He now proudly wears your badge as a tattoo but you can see the sorrow in his eyes.
I wish you eternal rest and pray for Gods comfort to ease your parents and brothers sorrow.

Kevin Clarkin
None

May 20, 2021

Continue to rest in perpetual peace, my brother. Until the day we meet.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

May 19, 2021

I remember that evening with great sadness. Tony was a great person, and super cop. He was easygoing and gone way before his time. Rest In Peace we all miss you.

Inspector Rich Seta
NYPD

May 19, 2021

I remember that terrible night I was working a midnight in task force. Rest In Peace brother

Retired police officer joe orosz

May 26, 2020

Officer Sanchez, 23 years ago today you where brutally murdered. Continue to rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

May 19, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Sanchez.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2020

Rest well my brother...I truly remember that horrible day. You are kept alive by people whom you had worked with, and in their hearts...you are still with them. May you continue to watch over your family and the N.Y.P.D. God bless all who had the opportunity to know you. Until we meet my friend, and that would be my honor.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

May 19, 2017

It was my honor to research newspapers, magazines, online & books to find your ID CARD Photo. I found this photo in a 1998 NYPD MEDAL DAY BOOKLET about your heroic sacrifice. I felt it was necessary to have a photo on this website so that your family & friends can remember you. Rest Easy Hero! Always Remembered!

APO Christian Durante
NYPD: 68th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit

February 5, 2016

Rest in peace Anthony. It was an honor to have worked in the same command as you and Roy. I can't believe how fast the years have passed, yet I remember hearing the news as though it was yesterday. The 13th Pct late tour guys were always a tight group of great cops, and I know they did everything they could that horrible night.
May you and your family find peace.

Vinny G.-34 Pct.
NYPD ret.

May 19, 2015

You are not forgotten. RIP Police Officer Sanchez on your 18th anniversary of your death. You are a hero. God bless you and your family?

Retired Police Officer
NYC POLICE DEPARTMENT

May 19, 2015

Many years have passed, and you are still missed by the many people and coworkers that had the honor to know you. Rest in Peace.

PO Kevin Horak
NYPD- Ret

May 19, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
God Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

May 19, 2015

Anthony, you are thought about often!

Police Officer/Island Trees Grad
Albany, NY

October 17, 2014

I met you when you worked in the13th and I was in the Boro. I was saddened by your senseless death. I live in the neighborhood you grew up in long before I moved here. I have seen your father often. He wears memorabilia of you proudly. I can see in his sad eyes how much he misses you. It is heartbreaking. I pray for him often.

Police officer
NYPD - retired

May 19, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 15th 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.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 19, 2012

Not a day goes by that I dont think of my partner and friend of ten years...May 19,1997 I lost not only a partner but also a dear friend....its funny that after all these years I still find myself talking to Anthony like he is standing right next to me.
I guess thats because he never left my side.........

Detective Roy Ruland 13Pct. (retired)

Detective Roy Ruland (retired)
N.Y.P.D.

February 28, 2012

Never Forgotten!

Police Officer/Island Trees Grad
Albany, New York

May 27, 2011

R.I.P.

Sergeant
NYPD

June 15, 2009

I said a little prayer today for Police Officer Sanchez and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

May 13, 2009

May you rest in peace.And continue to watch over your loved ones.

Anonymous

September 24, 2008