Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"A Part of America Died"

Somebody killed a policeman today,

and part of America died.

A piece of our country he swore to protect,

will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,

with counsel demanding his rights.

While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,

and spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battle field too,

just as if he'd gone off to war.

Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,

to his name they will add a gold star.

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,

in your town or mine.

While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,

a cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,

and he stands at each new rookie's side.

He answered the call,

of himself gave his all,

And A Part of America Died.

V.CHAVEZ
FRIEND

October 24, 2007

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff
San Bernardino Co. Sheriff's Dept.-Victorville City Station, CA

October 24, 2007

Sergio,
I am so sad. I grieve with the whole Department. You will be missed by all of us. One of the things that really impressed me about you, besides your humor and kindness, was the bond you shared with your family. I think about Baker 2 Vegas and how your family made those beautiful signs and waited by the side of the road for you to pass. "Go Big Serg" It was an awesome sight. I was touched at how much love you shared with your family.

You lived your life on a righteous path. God will take care of you now. Rest in Peace, Big Serg

Noretta Barker, Tactical Dispatcher
Rialto Police Department

October 24, 2007

a hero a father a husbend a son a brother died trying to make us feel safer. and no one realy thanks them for it until something like this happens so lets rember who thay are and what thay do for all of us so Rpo sergio carrera thank you for your service to the citizens or rialto we thank you and will miss you. so we know you will keep watch over us thank you

robert andrade
a citizen

October 23, 2007

Sergio was a very funny person. He always had a joke or would do things to make you laugh. He was A very nice person who will be missed.. bye Serg see you later...

S/A Gabriel Alba
Los Angeles County Sheriff Department/Friend

October 23, 2007

Our City Knows the pain and hurt of a fallen Officer, But i want every Police Officer to know that our brothers and Sisters the Protectors of our city, together will continue to stand and fight the good fight, Just as well as Officer Seggio Carrera did. This officer will Never be forgotten. There with us in our hearts.

Vegas Metro Explorer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

October 23, 2007

Your loved ones and co-workers are in my prayers.
Rest in peace.

JJ Foss
Sister of Covina Police Sgt. Scott Hanson EOW 7-3-2006

October 23, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Carrera and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Carrera has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Carrera, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Carrera is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York

October 23, 2007

Hero's never die; They just take on new assignments.

GOD Bless you and your family.

Rest In Peace....

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

October 23, 2007

Please accept my sincere condolences to the wife, children, and co-workers of Officer Sergio Carrera. While no words can ease your pain know that we honor your husband and father. They say it takes a special breed to be a police officer, what then to make a SWAT operator. Very few accept the tremendous responsibility of going where other fear to tread. Sergio was one of those few and tragically paid the ultimate sacrifice for his fellow team members. None of us ever want to fall but if we must go, let it be doing that which we love. We can always use another good man in the stack. The next squeeze up well be looking for the angel in the back. God bless you and yours.

Swat Operator
West Sacramento Police Department

October 23, 2007

Rest in peace my brother in blue. Now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Rialto Police Department, are in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless

Sr. Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, Georgia

October 23, 2007

Officer Carrera thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J. L. Green
S.C. State Constables

October 23, 2007

Officer Carrera, Your dedication and bravery will not be forgotten. Your family, at home and at the Rialto Police Department, will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy my brother.

Agent J Kindley
SC Law Enforcement Division

October 23, 2007

On behalf of the 5,200 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Carrera’s family as well as the members of the Rialto Police Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

October 23, 2007

To the family and friends of Officer Carrera, I send my deepest condolences. I want to thank you from the bottom my heart for protecting this community. You are and will always be a "hero" even to those who did not know you. May God be with your family and friends during this trying time. May they know you are an Angel watching and still protecting from above and may they find peace from this.
In my prayers,
melissa keane
citizen of san bernardino

Melissa Keane
citizen

October 22, 2007

In Enternal Rest
I never dreamed it would be me. My name for al eternity,
recorded here at this hallowed place alas, my name, no more my face. "In the line of duty," I hear them say; My family knew the price to pay. My folded flag stained with their tears; We only had those few short years. The badge no longer on my chest, I sleep now in eternal rest. My sword I pass to those behind, And pray they keep this thought in mind. I never dreamed it would be me, And with heavy heart and bended knee, I ask for god,let my name be last....


I still remember the first day we meet and your smile that I will never forget.You are a true hero in my eyes.I will always remember you and have you in my heart.I will always keep you in my prayers. RIP SERGIO
Love your friend, Sonia

Sonia . E
Friend / Fontana Ca

October 22, 2007

Officer Sergio Carrera may you rest in peace you will never be four gotten. I want to say to his family that on behalf of myself and our family we don't know each other but we share the same fears that everyday that they walk out the door to do what most people cant do, PUT THEIR LIFE ON THE LINE. Mr. Mrs. Carrera my heart hurts along with yours but not even half of what you might feel my deepest sympathies. Louise I hope that you find comfort for your hurting heart. Your husband was a HERO and that's how he will be remembered. My deepest, deepest, sympathies for you and your children. My GOD be with you and your children always. My condolences to all the family, friends, and Rialto PD for their great loss.

The sister of a Rialto Police Officer

October 22, 2007

I remember when you first started the academy, I remember how motivated you were to being proactive when you hit the streets. You always talked about Cop stuff during family parties.. I admire you because you were always a hard worker with a big heart,,,,,i will always remember that about you. You will be missed; your a good father a good cop,,,,, RIP brother.

Police Officer

October 22, 2007

In Honor
There Is Valor

SWAT brother
Visalia P.D.

October 22, 2007

my deepest sempathy to the family and friends of officer carrera.he is hero,and his sacrifice will never be forgoten.god bless you sir,and god bless your family.rest in peace,we'll take it from hear.

anonymous
recrute

October 22, 2007

Im very sorry for your loss. i will pray for you. God Bless

Trey White
vewier

October 22, 2007

May you Rest In Peace Officer Carrera. You have have served The City of Rialto well. My thoughts and prayers are with your wife and children, family, and fellow officers at this time, as I have experienced this loss myself, only a few years ago. God Bless You
Spouse of a fallen officer
Colton, CA

Spouse of a fallen officer

October 22, 2007

A police officer died today
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
will be buried with him at his side.
A police officer died today
it happened in your town and mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost has the beat
on a dark city street
as he stands at each rookie's side.
A cop answered the call
of himself and gave his all
and a part of America died.

- Author Unknown -

You will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Thanks for your service and dedication to Law Enforcement. Rest In Peace Officer Sergio Carrera

Alex
Son of a Santa Ana Police Officer

October 22, 2007

YOU ARE A TRUE HERO WHO GAVE HIS LIFE FOR HIS FELLOW CITIZENS AND THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

RET DET FRANK DEMARCO
NYCPD

October 22, 2007

rest in peace my brother
god bless your family and friends

patrolman paul e bradley
fort monmouth nj police department

October 22, 2007