Duane Reeves, 35 was shot in the head and was declared dead at 5:25 p.m.; another officer, Akia Scott, 26, was shot in the hand and alleged gunman was in serious condition. The shootings happened about 2 p.m. on the sidewalk outside Weequahic High School. Both officers were on duty and in uniform. Initial reports indicated the shooting may have stemmed from a fight the day before involving two females.

According to Willie Freeman, director for security the Newark School District, the officers approached a car and "there was a confrontation that took place and that's when they exchanged fire." Newark School Superintendent Marion A. Bolden credited the officers with containing a potentially dangerous situation at the school, which had just let students out after a summer school session. The shooting occurred about a block from the school's main entrance, near the school's football field and stadium.

Agency Information:
Newark School District Police Services
2 Cedar Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973-733-7236
 

Police officers watch over a crime scene following the shooting of two Newark, N.J., school police officers, one of whom later died, Monday, July 18, 2005, in Newark. Officer Dwayne Reeves died, according to Rogers Ramsey, spokesman for University Hospital in Newark. The officer had been shot in the head. A second officer, Akhia Scott, 27, was treated for a gunshot wound to the hand and released, Ramsey said. A suspect was also shot and was in serious condition at the hospital, Ramsey said. Investigators gather around a vehicle following the shooting of two Newark, N.J., school police officers, one of whom later died, on Monday, July 18, 2005, in Newark.

 

(this is part of continued from the first one) Even though this officer was 10-3 here in central Ohio he is still an officer of the law and is respected in my books. I also am praying to whom all knew this fine officer and family to me and many others. GOD SPEED. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death; I fear NO EVIL, for thou are with me Psalms 23:4

Jordan Hickle
marineboy09538@yahoo.com
RPD and Air force Auxiliary, OH

Date: 07/19/2005
Time: 08:14 PM



To all officers: May God bless each and every Law Enforcement Officer. Our prayers are always that you all return home safely after your shift is over. We pray that one day you will get the respect that you so deserve. Be blessed!

Linda SImmons Thomas
Sister of officer; EOW 7-10-04



May you rest in Peace our brother. May God Bless you and your family and all of your Law Enforcement Family.

Not only did the Police Department lose a hero but the entire nation lost one of our finest.
God Bless America and all those who Serve And Protect worldwide.

Respectfully:
Senior Chaplain Arthur J MArtinez-DD
CHAPLAIN FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
TEMPLE TEXAS, NEW MEXICO



My heart goes out to the family, I myself am the Ex wife of a Deputy Sheriff with 3 children. Just want her to know I'm thinking about them. And my prayers go out to the family. Also to Parents who should not be going through this. Rest In Peace.

Linda Sanchez, Covina CA
mextexincali_1@yahoo.com



I AM VERY SORRY FOR ALL THE OFFICERS THAT HAVE BEEN KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY. IT
 IS VERY SAD WHEN YOU HERE ABOUT COPS GETTING KILLED. KEEP YOUR EYES ON GOD, AND EVERYTHING WILL BE FINE. EVERY COP IN THE U.S. ARE LIKE BROTHERS AND SISTERS
TO ME. AND AGAIN I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, AND ALWAYS KEEP YOUR EYES ON GOD.

BOSSIER PARISH SHERIFF OFFICE
Deputy Sheriff, THOMAS TEUTSCH

TANKERONE@BELLSOUTH.NET

WWW.BOSSIERSHERIFF.ORG



TO A BROTHER: YOU will NEVER be FORGOTTEN for you did something that no one else would do .
Rest in peace and watch over all of use walking the beat in heaven!!!!

Cdt. A/B Jordan Hickle
RPD (OHIO) and Airforce
marineboy09538@yahoo.com



I reflect, and remember:
All gave some
And some gave all
Some stood through
For the red, white and blue
And some had to fall
And if you ever think of me
Think of all your liberties
And recall Some gave all. (unknown writer)

APD/Cincy Children's Hospital, KY
Officer, Joe Wilder
deputy1978@hotmail.com



I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I am a surviving wife and know first hand all of the emotional turmoil you must be going through. If I can be of any help please let me know. May God Bless You All.

With love, Gina Sharra-Surviving wife of Deputy Allen Sharra E.O.W 12-27-99

Gina Sharra, MI
ginasharra2002@yahoo.com
family survivor



Our thoughts and prayers are with the family they will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace.

Panama City Police Dept.
Police Officer, James and Shannon Williams, FL



All give some but some give ALL. Our condolences to the family. You maybe 10-7 but you will NEVER be forgotten.

All SHEP members
Sterling Heights, MI Emergency Patrol
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased



US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My prayers are with the families of all the fallen officers

FORT WAYNE, IN CITY POLICE RETIRED
SGT IRVIN LINDSEY
sargent1934@yahoo.com



I am so sorry to hear the death of this fine and young and courageous officer and also my deeply condolences to their family. I will pray for their family to god for their safety. God have mercy on their soul.....

Private Detective
Mirza Mukarram Beg, FL
muki_71@hotmail.com



As a Law Enforcement Officer myself I am sorry to hear about the lost of one my brother or sister Law Enforcement Officer. My heart goes out to the family of all fallen Officers.

Police Officer Martin Lee
jasperpd203@yahoo.com
JASPER POLICE DEPT. FL



My prayers are with the family. My brother is a police officer that was also shot numerous times on March 27, 2004 at 10 am and was know by Kevin. I still have my brother, but lord really watched over him and still is.. I pray every night for the families GOD BLESS YOU ALL....

GOD Bless every officer, EMT, Firefighter and all.... You are in our prayers DAILY

Tracey Collins
tcollins27@bellsouth.net
Malvern, AL



It is not how hey died, but how hey lived that makes them a hero. Gone but not forgotten.

Private Security Officer
Quinn Wyse, CANADA
quinn_wyse1@hotmail.com



God bless brother/sister, continue patrol through the heaven's gate. We'll do the same out here in the City of the Angels (Los Angeles, CA).

Los Angeles Police Department, CA
Police Officer, Jeff Collado
JEPEEDY@HOTMAIL.COM



Rest in peace, god protect you and your family

Sergeant Kevin Young, NYCPD
kpyoun29@verizon.net



To My Fallen Law Enforcement Brother there are many men and woman, who will arise to the occasion of "Keeping America's Highway's Safe." "God will be there for your family, trust me," So, I say to you now that you have the best job now of being a "Highway Trooper for Heaven, Protecting God's Highways To Him."

Mark Scott
Private Security Officer, CA
yodatwolf@yahoo.com



I'm really sorry, when a police officer dies a guard angel dies too. Molly live forever in the mind of all
cops of the world (and every cops fallen in action). Edgar Solera Ex sergeant of police
(Costa Rica, Guardia Civil)

Government Agent, Guardia Civil, Costa Rica
Edgar Solera
edgarsoleramontero@yahoo.com



Our prayers are with the family

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY



I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it is about the person next to you.

Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com



It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every" corner of the world who cares!

Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom



May your family find peace and strength.  I know how it feels to lose a family member in the line of duty.  My prayers are with you.  They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here and now they can all watch over us.

Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com



Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.

Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us



Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity. May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth

Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu



Rest in peace, and may God allow him to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven. Our prayers go out to the Officer's Department family and friends. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

From all the Staff at Police Special Inc.