Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother.

Officer
Hartford Police Department

September 11, 2008

Godspeed Sir...Go in Peace

Ptn. R. Murphy

September 11, 2008

Sergeant Dario Aponte,

Our duties as protectors of the public have always come with numerous hazards. To have crashed in the act of responding to a call is most unfortunate and this case is especially horrific. Who among us that is a veteran has not had a close call or have not been involved in a true learning experience. Our job is dangerous and will remain so despite increased training and the advice of critics. I regret that this incident occurred, but I know that the very nature of our work is high risk. And, so it will remain. To have died serving the public is to have died a hero. A final salute to you, sir, and a prayer for your family and for a full recovery of the second officer involved.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

September 11, 2008

On behalf of all the recruits from the Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Session 45, we extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of Sergeant Dario Aponte. Thank you Sergeant Aponte for your service and sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.

Session 45
Zone 5 Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, NY

September 11, 2008

Sergeant Aponte, your dedication to the people of New Haven is an inspiration to us all.

Rest in peace, sir.

A Grateful American

September 11, 2008

To the Aponte Family and the City of New Haven Police Department, my sincere sorrow. I worked with the officers of the New Haven Police Deparment on several cases, they were always very helpful and professional.

Sgt Aponte will be in my prayers.

Det Mike McDermott (ret)
Greenwich, CT PD

Det Mike McDermott (Ret)
Greenwich, CT PD

September 11, 2008

Scott, It was a pleasure to work with you and i am honored to call you friend. Rest in peace my brother. GO SKINS Wu

Detective Michael Wuchek
New Haven Police Department

September 11, 2008

Scott,
Your bright smile and infectious laugh will be missed by everyone here. It was an honor to serve with you the past 17 years. I've always respected the person you were and was always proud that you accomplished so much, while remaining true to yourself. Your relationship with Donna was one that many admired and you were one of the genuine "good guys". I know you will always watch over your loved ones and protect and guide them. Until we meet again,
Renee

Det. Renee Luneau
New Haven Police

September 11, 2008

What a terrible situation.

Sgt. Aponte, thank you for your service and dedication. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

September 11, 2008

Scott, I remember riding around in D1 when I was a rookie with you. You were always so jovial. I never remember a day when I did not see you smile. Always willing to help anyone. I just saw you walking down the hall in your new stripes, so proudly...and Donna just had the baby... But I know you would be proud to see how much everyone loves you. We will all take care of Donna and the kids. I am so sad. You will surely be missed. I am proud to be able to call you my freind. God Bless, Hollie

Detective Hollie Tutrani
New Haven Police

September 11, 2008

I had the opportunity of getting to know Sgt. Aponte while interning with the crime scene unit. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends. Rest in peace Sgt. Aponte and your service and sacrifice to our community will never be forgotten.

Jynika
Past Intern

September 11, 2008

REST IN PEACE FELLOW BROTHER, WE NOW HAVE THE WATCH.
GODSPEED

RETIRED DEPUTY/SGT
IOWA

September 11, 2008

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and department.

Officer Eric Golz
Long Beach Police Department (CA)

September 11, 2008

The members at Arresting Hearts wish to offer their deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Sergeant Dario Aponte. Because of Sergeant Aponte's ultimate sacrifice we live in a safer place. We thank you for your service and your dedication.


The Lord replied, “The years when you have seen only one set of footprints, my child, is when I carried you.” Mary Stevenson 1936


With love and respect,

The members of ArrestingHearts

Anonymous
ArrestingHearts

September 11, 2008

Sergeant Aponte,

Rest in peace sir.

Detective Dave Howell
Plano,Texas Police Dept-Auto Theft

September 11, 2008

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family and friends in their of sorrow. May God Bless and Rest in Peace!

CPL II David Murphy
TX DPS

September 11, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

September 11, 2008

Sergeant Aponte you are a hero. Thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you, your loved ones, and the New Haven Police Department. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my brother.

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

September 11, 2008

Sergeant Aponte,
You have made the ultimate sacrafice for our department and our city. You will me missed by everyone from our department but you will never be forgotten. With only 4 years on the job I can only hope to have a career as decorated as yours. Rest In Peace my brother.

Officer Ronald Ferrante
New Haven Police Dept

September 11, 2008

Rest in peace my brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the New Haven Police Department. Watch over us as we do our jobs.

Trooper
CSP-H

September 11, 2008

To the Aponte Family. I could only imagine this to be a very tough time in your lives. I prayer the peace of GOD will abide in your hearts. I pray for your children that GOD will help them through this tough time as well. "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy will come in the morning"

GOD BLESS

Co-Chairman District #4
Democratic Town Committee

September 11, 2008

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

September 11, 2008

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sergeant Dario Aponte, and the New Haven P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Sergeant Aponte, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

September 11, 2008

Scott - You and Donna have become family to me, and I love you both dearly. Rest in peace. Heaven has received one of the best angels it could ever hope for.

Paula Hornyak Lively
New Haven Police Department

September 11, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother. Thank you for your service.

Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

September 11, 2008