WE are grimly witnessing on a daily basis, the cowardly killing of our police officers in the line of duty. It remains of serious concern that police officers are killed by criminals resisting arrest while responding to complaints. Perhaps this tribute by George Hahn, titled In the Line of Duty might jolt our nation into action.
“I never dreamed it would be me.
The badge no longer on my chest.
I sleep now in eternal rest.
Recorded here at this hallowed place.
My sword I pass to those behind.
Alas my name, no more my face.
And pray they keep this thought in mind.
In the line of duty I heard them say;
I never dreamt it would be me.
My family now the price will pay.
And with heavy heart and bended knee.
My folded flag stained with their tears.
I ask for all here from the past.
We only had those few short years.
Dear God let my name be the last.”
Farouk Araie, Benoni.
Daily News