dsump Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Hey everyone, I'm very new here and recently became a member. But I would ask that you to support my friend and his family by adding them to your bedtime prayers. I am a Police Officer in the City of Elyria, Lorain County. I responded to a call over the radio that my friend was shot. After he yelled for help, we arrived, the shooter came outside and he was dealt with by us. When we got to my friend, it was to late to save him but we tried. He was a great man and cop, he was an Army Vet and he road a Honda Cruiser. Please support anything like this in your area. He did not deserve this, nobody does.Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meanie Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Sorry for your loss.RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 (edited) It's been quite the story around here... Condolenceshttp://chronicle.northcoastnow.com/2010/03/16/one-of-the-best-elyria-officer-killed-shooter-dead-as-well/http://chronicle.northcoastnow.com/2010/03/17/salute-to-the-fallen-sheriffs-office-investigates-officers-death-arrangements-pending/http://www.tmcnews.blogspot.com/2010/03/elyria-police-officer-killed.htmlhttp://www.tmcnews.blogspot.com/2010/03/slain-officer-returns-home.html Edited March 17, 2010 by JRMMiii Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Sorry about your friend, but glad they took his killer out. RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 I heard about that on the radio this morning. Sorry to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knicks360 Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 James Kerstetter RIP.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Condolences and best wishes to the friends and family of a man who dedicated his life to protecting others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FurY Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Sorry for your loss, RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 I heard about this just last evening, very sad and unnecessary. I was a good friend of Brad Scott (Elyria patrolman) who was hit by one Elyria's not so great citizens while on his bike. I know the bonds are tight between fellow officers and you'll have lots of support. If there's anything you need just say the word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 I'm sorry to hear about this. Prayers are sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 sorry to hear about the loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVTPilot Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 I was with r1crusher last night, part of that conversation, and as well, work in Elyria and live in North Ridgetucky. Truly saddened to hear about this and thought and prayers are very much with his family, friends, fellow officers, and yourself. I have a couple friends on the Cleveland force, and things like this hit very close to home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harb67 Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Sorry to hear about this Condolences to you and to his family, and thank you both for your service as police officers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reimbrandt Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wht_scorpion Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Sorry to hear about that good thing you got his killer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 First I have heard about this. Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Looney Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Condolences to his immediate and police family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggO Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Prayers going out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 (edited) This is being posted in the PGR Missions thread as well. Awesome to see the PGR in on this.SHORT NOTICEConfirmed MissionOfficer James KerstetterElyria, OhioVeteran of the US ArmyCPL in the Military PoliceServices:Lorain County Community CollegeField House1005 Abbe Road NorthElyria, Ohio 44035-169120 March 2010 @ 100hrs-(10AM)Staging:Lorain County Community CollegeField House20 March 2010@0900hrs-(9AM)Interment:Rest Haven Memory GardenAvon, OHFollowing the ServicesOfficer James Kerstetter lost his life while on duty he is survived by his Wife Tammy and his three daughters Misty, Shelby and Bailey. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers as well as all of the men and women that risk their lives so our communities are safe. Rest in Peace Officer James Kerstetter.District # 3 Captain Ralph Bago is assigned this mission of Honor and Respect, please follow his instructions and remember to bring your 3' x 5' American Flags. Ralph needs any PGR members that can to show up.Bob WoodsOhio State CaptainPatriot Guard Riders Edited March 17, 2010 by chevysoldier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocar Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 R.i.p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garysol1 Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Very sad story. In fact I was just reading the information on the funeral procession route for Saturday. I plan to take my kids out to RT83 to show our respect and give our thanks for his service as he passes by......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx6r_rider Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Sorry to hear about the lost. May he Rest in Peace. One of my friends is an officer in Highland Hills and I can only imagine if something like that happens to him. I don't understand how some one can take away some ones life just like that. FUCKIN COWARDS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbctown Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit12 Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Prayers sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 (edited) Update on the tragedy: Police release details on tragic night(Note: that's probably going to be a tougher read if you knew him or were there at the scene)Details on the man, the procession and arrangements:Remembering Jimmy: The Kerstetter family gathers, shares storiesKerstetter details: Services, candlelight vigil, motorcadehttp://tmcnews.blogspot.com/2010/03/officer-james-kerstetter.html Edited March 18, 2010 by JRMMiii Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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