Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I did not know Todd Fatta well. He was our districts liason to the Auto Theft Task Force and I spoke with him on the telephone many times. In speaking with Todd, he struck me as someone who would help me with anything I would have needed. I felt very comfotable contacting him any time and he never made me feel that I was wasting his time. Our agency will truly miss him. To his family and loved ones, I am sorry for your loss. I hope that some day you will be able to look back and take solace in the fact that Todd died for a noble cause and that he loved his chosen profession. Todd is truly a hero. God Bless You.

Detective Glenn Gainey
BSO D-16

August 22, 2004

Detective Fatta,

You are a true hero!!

FBI-Miami

August 22, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE
OFFICERS WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH
DETECTIVE FATTA, HIS FAMILY AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

August 22, 2004

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

August 22, 2004

What a senseless tragedy! Our hearts go out to the family and coworkers of Detective Fatta. We still mourn the loss of our own brother, Deputy Brian Litz, earlier this year, so we know first-hand the shock and disbelief you are feeling now. Our prayers are with you all.

Master Deputy
Marion County Sheriff's Office, Florida

August 22, 2004

Deputy Fatta you gave the ultimate sacrifice, doing what you believed in...you will not be forgotten! You are in a better place now.
To Deputy Fatta's family please accept our deepest sympathy.

Sgt. Thomas Steele
Broward County Sheriff's Office

August 22, 2004

To my partner,

Todd, I know you are above me now watching my every move, and that gives me comfort. As we prepared for entry into this nightmare, we all clasped hands, and that bond will hold me forever. I want you to know I respect you for all you have done, all you did, and all you wanted to do. I promise I will watch over your family and your friends...and I will praise your grit and spirit until I join you. Your partner...Det Ben Anderson...BSO Strategic Investigations Divison-ATTF

Detective Ben Anderson
Broward Sheriff's Office-SID

August 22, 2004

To my partner,

Todd, I know you are above me now watching my every move, and that gives me comfort. As we prepared for entry into this nightmare, we all clasped hands, and that bond will hold me forever. I want you to know I respect you for all you have done, all you did, and all you wanted to do. I promise I will watch over your family and your friends...and I will praise your grit and spirit until I join you. Your partner...Det Ben Anderson...BSO Strategic Investigations Divison-ATTF

Detective Ben Anderson
Broward Sheriff's Office-SID

August 21, 2004

To my partner,

Todd, I know you are above me now watching my every move, and that gives me comfort. As we prepared for entry into this nightmare, we all clasped hands, and that bond will hold me forever. I want you to know I respect you for all you have done, all you did, and all you wanted to do. I promise I will watch over your family and your friends...and I will praise your grit and spirit until I join you. Your partner...Det Ben Anderson...BSO Strategic Investigations Divison-ATTF

Detective Ben Anderson
Broward Sheriff's Office-SID

August 21, 2004

Your sacrifice was the greatest for a so called "thankless job", yet we still show up for rollcall each and every day. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Miramar P.D. Florida

August 21, 2004

I never knew you,
But we are brothers,
I never met you,
But we are brothers,
Our paths never crossed,
But we are brothers,
I have never patrolled in your town,
But I know we have been on duty together,
just in another town.
And we are brothers.
And as a brother,
I feel the pain,
I feel the hurt,
And I feel the sadness that only a brother can undergo.
The sacrifices that each of us make everyday in nothing compared to the one you and your fellow officers have accepted.
One that everyone one of us is aware could happen
Any day, any moment, any second.
You have made me proud,
You have made my job easier because
I am more aware.
I am more cautious
And I will never forget you.
May God hold you in his hand and have you rest in peace.
Author Unknown

RIP Brother

PC Regie Butler
Devon & Cornwall Police UK

August 21, 2004

The Troopers of the Florida Highway Patrol pray for Deputy Fatta's immediate family and extended law enforcement family. We share in your loss and feel the pain that you are suffering at this sad time.

State Trooper
Florida Highway Patrol

August 21, 2004

As a sex crimes investigator for the past several years I understand the resistance faced by Detective Fatta. I send my most sincere condolences to his family and to the officers and their families who were wounded. On August 18, 2004 my department lost Officer Timothy "Jake" Laird to a suspect with a rifle. I feel the pain that your officers are feeling and pray that God protects LEO everywhere. May God bless Detective Fatta and give him peace and rest.

Detective Anthony Johnson
Indianapolis Police Department

August 21, 2004

God Speed Brother, you are the reason
we fight the good fight. God Bless You, and God Bless and may he watch over your family.

Staff Sergeant

August 21, 2004

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Det. Todd Fatta.
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law
enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communitites.
Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

August 21, 2004

Rest in peace Brother Todd, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

August 21, 2004

Rest in peace sir.

Shannon
concerned citizen

August 21, 2004

You wore your badge with honor and worked couragously to perform the duties you were given. Your life has not been in vain. As part of the BSO family, you will be deeply missed. We all feel the pain as you were taken from us so suddenly. We now have another angel above that we know personally.

Deputy Jacquelyn McCleod 3572
Broward Sheriff's Office-Detention

August 21, 2004

Todd,

I may have never known you, but my respect for your service will always be of the highest. You were serving and protecting your community at your finest.

May God bless the family of Detective Fatta and the Broward County Sherriff's Office.

Police Officer Louis Lave
Los Angeles County Police / Office of Public Safety

August 21, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the Family, friends and co-workers of Detective Fatta

Newark NJ PD Auto Theft Task Force

August 21, 2004

Blessed are the peacemakers,For they shall be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9

Joe Caragiulo
Miami Police (Retired)

August 21, 2004

My deepest sympathies to the Fatta family and the Broward County Sheriff's Office. You will not be forgotten.

PO Schrade
US Dept of Veterans Affairs Police (NY)

August 21, 2004

Det. Fatta,

Sir, We are all hurting today as I read your memorial. It is HEROS, like You that truly make this life better. You Sir, personify Courage, Strength and Honor. Thank You is never enough, No words are. You will always be remembered by your brothers in Blue. Your sacrafice is not in vain. This seperation is not eternal but the good that you served in your life is. We will all be together again, God will see to that. Your brothers Honor You, as You have Honored us in Your bravery and strength. You are a Hero, not only for your sacrafice but also for your distinguished life. God Bless You Sir and Your Family, forever. "Poi si torno' 'all eterna fontana"

Ptl.T.D.HILL
Ontario Police

August 21, 2004

Todd,

We began working together 7 years ago the bond was instant. Our similarities so obvious that it was a natural that our friendship began. When we became partners in the S.E.T. team we road together everyday for almost three years. It seemed like if one of our names were mentioned than you knew the other would be mentioned also. Durng these three years that we road together you were my confidant, my protector and most of all my best friend. When you moved on to the Street Crimes Unit I was so proud. I knew our friendship would not suffer, but in fact it grew even closer. I don't know how I will get through the day without talking to you 4 times a day like we did. I will not be able to return to our Krav Maga training every saturday that we have done for the past 1.5 years.But I will move on because I know thats what you would want me to do.What will keep me going is that I know I will always have you looking over my shoulder and you will be my constant 10-94(backup).

Take care partner!!!!!!

Detective- Michael J Catalano
Broward Sheriffs Office

August 21, 2004

Detective Fatta,

I never knew you, but you are my brother. We have endured the same situations, handled similar calls, and silently pray we make it through tough times, we are Law Enforcement Officers, although you are gone, we will never forget...I am praying for your family and the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Rest in Peace Brother...We got it from here...

Officer
NC

August 21, 2004