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September 24, 2018
Requesting NYPD Honors at the Funeral for Murdered Police Explorer Lesandro Guzman–Feliz
Final supporters
To the Mayor, the Public Advocate, the Council Speaker, the Council, and the Police Commissioner of the City of New York:
- WHEREAS, Lesandro Guzman–Feliz, lovingly known to his friends and family as “Junior”, was an active member of the New York City Police Department Explorers Program; and,
- WHEREAS, New Yorkers and people of goodwill everywhere were shocked, saddened and horrified by the brutal, vicious murder of this fine young man, whose life’s dream was to become a New York City police officer and detective; and,
- WHEREAS, Lesandro Guzman–Feliz murder was allegedly carried out by members of a violent, criminal, street gang; and,
- WHEREAS, the pernicious influence of gangs, gang recruiters, and gang violence have increasingly threatened the well-being of our precious young people, their neighborhoods, and their way of life; and,
- WHEREAS, it is vital for the safety, security, and success of our city and our society that young people be encouraged to develop personal character, to engage in service and support to their communities, to prepare for adult careers, to learn life skills, and to lead others in these and other pursuits, all of which are part of the NYPD Police Explorers program; and,
- WHEREAS, the NYPD Police Explorers program in which Lesandro Guzman–Feliz participated, as well as similar youth programs, provide a means to deter the influence of violent gang recruiters; and,
- WHEREAS, we are heartbroken by the death of NYPD Explorer Guzman–Feliz, we nevertheless rejoice that we have such fine young people in our midst, working every day - often in the most challenging of circumstances - to improve themselves, their communities, our city, and our country; and,
- WHEREAS, in his lifetime, NYPD Explorer Lesandro Guzman–Feliz represented precisely the type of young person New Yorkers and people of goodwill everywhere should embrace, and, in that respect, is a hero to us all, and particularly to his young peers,
Now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that we, the undersigned, residents of the City of New York, as well as people of goodwill everywhere, hereby request that, if it be in keeping with the wishes of his family, Lesandro Guzman-Feliz be laid to rest with all the honors and ceremony that the New York City Police Department can avail a civilian; including, but not limited to, the honor of draping his casket with the NYPD green and white flag; a salute by a contingent of uniformed officers; a drum corps; and such other honors and respects as Commissioner O’Neill deems legal and appropriate for the circumstances.
Respectfully submitted,
THE UNDERSIGNED
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 26, 2018
Reached 100 supporters
June 26, 2018
836 Comments
In these days where most teens are afraid of police, this man believed in thr law, justice system and the NYPD. He wanted to make a difference and out his life on the line for his community. Please honor him by granting this petition. God Bless you all for your service.
He deserves it, I was a police explorer in Chicago and it takes commitment to want to be a part of such a program when you live in streets influenced by crime. My heart hurts for you baby boy! I didn't know you but I will most definitely always remember you!!
This is a young man that dream and joined the department explorers program to become part of the law enforcement family. I believe the NYC Dept of police should honor Lesandro Guzman wish and treat his death as any other member of the department
This young man deserve honor by NYPD.all the controversy going on with police across the nation this young man gravity to police to protect and serve lost his life trying to help feed a so call friend. Not protected by the community he wanted to protect
To the PC and The City of NY , please give this young man the honor of Police funeral. It was his dream to be an nypd officer and detective and the final act in his young life should be that of being buried as one of NYC finest.
He deserves to be honored
I have retired NYPD horses in my barn, I married into a police family, and support the NYC Police Foundation. Please show your love to this boy's family and to his memory. God Bless.
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we got the news that junior is getting the honors he deserves. thank you to everyone who signed and held space for this because it wouldnt have happened without you.
September 24, 2018
Requesting NYPD Honors at the Funeral for Murdered Police Explorer Lesandro Guzman–Feliz
Final supporters
To the Mayor, the Public Advocate, the Council Speaker, the Council, and the Police Commissioner of the City of New York:
- WHEREAS, Lesandro Guzman–Feliz, lovingly known to his friends and family as “Junior”, was an active member of the New York City Police Department Explorers Program; and,
- WHEREAS, New Yorkers and people of goodwill everywhere were shocked, saddened and horrified by the brutal, vicious murder of this fine young man, whose life’s dream was to become a New York City police officer and detective; and,
- WHEREAS, Lesandro Guzman–Feliz murder was allegedly carried out by members of a violent, criminal, street gang; and,
- WHEREAS, the pernicious influence of gangs, gang recruiters, and gang violence have increasingly threatened the well-being of our precious young people, their neighborhoods, and their way of life; and,
- WHEREAS, it is vital for the safety, security, and success of our city and our society that young people be encouraged to develop personal character, to engage in service and support to their communities, to prepare for adult careers, to learn life skills, and to lead others in these and other pursuits, all of which are part of the NYPD Police Explorers program; and,
- WHEREAS, the NYPD Police Explorers program in which Lesandro Guzman–Feliz participated, as well as similar youth programs, provide a means to deter the influence of violent gang recruiters; and,
- WHEREAS, we are heartbroken by the death of NYPD Explorer Guzman–Feliz, we nevertheless rejoice that we have such fine young people in our midst, working every day - often in the most challenging of circumstances - to improve themselves, their communities, our city, and our country; and,
- WHEREAS, in his lifetime, NYPD Explorer Lesandro Guzman–Feliz represented precisely the type of young person New Yorkers and people of goodwill everywhere should embrace, and, in that respect, is a hero to us all, and particularly to his young peers,
Now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that we, the undersigned, residents of the City of New York, as well as people of goodwill everywhere, hereby request that, if it be in keeping with the wishes of his family, Lesandro Guzman-Feliz be laid to rest with all the honors and ceremony that the New York City Police Department can avail a civilian; including, but not limited to, the honor of draping his casket with the NYPD green and white flag; a salute by a contingent of uniformed officers; a drum corps; and such other honors and respects as Commissioner O’Neill deems legal and appropriate for the circumstances.
Respectfully submitted,
THE UNDERSIGNED
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 26, 2018
Reached 100 supporters
June 26, 2018
836 Comments
This kid most likely was heading to be a great police officer. Was already developing his desire. The police department should honor his effort and show positive message to the young kids that the police are NOT your enemies.
In these days where most teens are afraid of police, this man believed in thr law, justice system and the NYPD. He wanted to make a difference and out his life on the line for his community. Please honor him by granting this petition. God Bless you all for your service.
He deserves it, I was a police explorer in Chicago and it takes commitment to want to be a part of such a program when you live in streets influenced by crime. My heart hurts for you baby boy! I didn't know you but I will most definitely always remember you!!
This is a young man that dream and joined the department explorers program to become part of the law enforcement family. I believe the NYC Dept of police should honor Lesandro Guzman wish and treat his death as any other member of the department
This young man deserve honor by NYPD.all the controversy going on with police across the nation this young man gravity to police to protect and serve lost his life trying to help feed a so call friend. Not protected by the community he wanted to protect
To the PC and The City of NY , please give this young man the honor of Police funeral. It was his dream to be an nypd officer and detective and the final act in his young life should be that of being buried as one of NYC finest.
He deserves to be honored
I have retired NYPD horses in my barn, I married into a police family, and support the NYC Police Foundation. Please show your love to this boy's family and to his memory. God Bless.
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This kid most likely was heading to be a great police officer. Was already developing his desire. The police department should honor his effort and show positive message to the young kids that the police are NOT your enemies.