Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

In Valor there is Hope.

Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

Rest in Peace Brother...we have the watch!!!

Officer
Metropolitan Police District of Columbia

October 18, 2006

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Michael Briggs~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God Bless You & Rest In Peace, Officer Briggs.

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

October 18, 2006

Sleep safe with Our Lord and may His love surround your family.

October 18, 2006

People all over the world appreciate you service. You will never be forgotten. You are now an important part of history, and your name will live on.

Marion, Ohio

October 18, 2006

Mike,
You are missed by all of us. Thank you for all the laughs and smiles that you put on our faces over the years. You have touched more people in this city than anyone could ever have thought of. You will never be forgotten, and the stories will always make us laugh. Rest well for you have earned it. Your brothers miss you very much. God bless you and your family. We will take care of them.

TG Chapel-Patrolman
Manchester Police Department

October 18, 2006

God bless you for your sacrafice.

Semper Fi

Lexington Police

October 18, 2006

How sad that something so shameful, so senseless and so savage could happen in a state where some of the most beautiful places on this earth are. I’ve spent more summers than I can count in New Hampshire and was in Manchester just one month ago. The safety of my family was never in doubt because of fine officers like Officer Briggs. Society owes him a debt of gratitude for his immeasurable sacrifice.

I wish there were words that could express the sorrow I feel for the Briggs family, the Manchester community and the law enforcement family in Manchester and throughout the state of New Hampshire. Just nine short years ago we lost a wonderful man and officer from our department (Detective Charles Lazzaretto, May 27, 1997). His memory lives on and so will that of Officer Briggs.

To the Briggs family, my prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort in God’s love.

Detective Sam Hopper
Glendale (Los Angeles County) PD

October 18, 2006

Mike I remember my days working with you when I was with the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Department; you were an exceptional officer and man. Mike, your deeds here on earth made the world a better place. Thou, this animal took you way from your loving wife and sons please rest easy knowing that we your brother officers, left with heavy hearts, will help to look after all that was taken from you. Semper FI…my fellow Marine and God’s speed to Heaven’s gates.

Aaron

Aaron Bequeath
Former Deputy Hillsborough County Sheriffs Department

October 18, 2006

Semper Fi. Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

October 18, 2006

It is with heavy heart that I offer my condolences to Ofc. Briggs’ wife, children, and extended family. I offer the same condolences to Manchester P.D. God speed and, God bless to the Briggs family and Manchester P.D. I support the NH AG Ayotte for the direction she is taking to prosecute the case (capital murder) against the criminal who ended Ofc. Briggs’ Tour of Duty, too soon.

Ofc. Darryl Madden, Dir. of NHPA
Keene Police Dept.

October 18, 2006

The greatest fear any chief has is to loose an officer under his command. The loss of Officer Mike Briggs affects all of us very deeply, even more so for his family and his brother and sisters in the Manchester PD.

All of us in New Hampshire Law Enforcement accept the risks that go with the shield. Our families do also.

We will make it through this ordeal because quit is not a word we accept. We will support each other and pray with, and for, each other as we pray for Mike, his family and out friends at Manchester PD.

May god bless Mike and his family and may Saint Michael meet him along the way and provide him an escort throuogh the gates of heaven.

Chief Steve Turner
Deerfield, NH Police Department

October 18, 2006

Rest in peace brother. My god bless your family.

Semper Fidelis...

Sgt Hoskins
USMC

October 18, 2006

"Rest easy my brother.Your tour is through,this city is safer, because of saviors like you. Your valor not challenged, your bravery devine, you service shall remain, forever in our minds.When a challenge appears, no matter how hard,your backup will arrive from near and from far. Now you can rest, for your tour is through, you are forever,a brother in blue"
Cadet-8th Leadership Session, New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy

October 18, 2006

Another hero, senselessly killed. My thoughts and prayers are with the officers and families of the Manchester, N.H. PD.

J
Conn Police Officer

October 18, 2006

God Bless this fine man and his family.

Corporal Jeff Johnson
Jeff. County Kentucky Sheriff's Office

October 18, 2006

Rest in Peace, brother. Our thoughts are with you, your family and the Manchester Police Department.

Trooper, New York State Police

October 18, 2006

Briggs Family, Friends, and MPD,
I am sorry for your loss, it is never easy when we lose an officer. Last month, I lost a friend/partner/co-worker to a tragic event much like this one. During the service, the Police Chaplain said, "We are not weaker because of his death, but we are stronger because of his life." I have found that this has helped me, so I sincerely hope it helps you deal with your pain.

POF P.M.Norcross #1508
Montgomery Police Department - Montgomery, AL

October 18, 2006

Manchester has always held a special place in my heart. We in New Mexico are especially saddened by this officers death. Our prayers and thoughts are en route. We have lost three officers in this area in the past year. Officer Briggs is in good company.....

Detective (Ret) James M. "Jinx" Jones
ALBUQUERQUE (NM) Police Department

October 18, 2006

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Officer Briggs, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

October 18, 2006

May you never be forgotten... My thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Briggs, his family and his brothers and sisters of the Manchester PD. Rest in Peace brother.

Sergeant Keith Beebe
Stonington, CT Police Department

October 18, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother!!!!We are praying for you and your family.

Patrolman Shannon McComas
Indianapolis Police Department

October 18, 2006

Mike-
It's not only NH and Manchester that havw lost a great Police Officer, the entire countyr has! Your dedication and professionalism have reached further than you may have ever known. You were a great FTO at Hillsborough County DOC, and you instilled qualities in me that have helped me in my career. You've been with me every step of my beat, and will continue to watch over me now! God Bless!
-Danny

Patrolman Daniel Flores
Ahoskie Police Dpt, NC

October 18, 2006

POLICE OFFICER AND MARINES LIVE FOREVER, BECAUSE HEROS NEVER DIE. RIP BROTHER AND SEMPER FI! They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines.

PTL. G. BRENNER
GALLOWAY TWP.

October 18, 2006

God bless you sir.

Ryan C.
Phoenix,AZ

October 18, 2006

Officer Briggs..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time..please watch over & protect them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

mi state police recruit
detroit

October 18, 2006