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FALLEN HEROES

A Story Behind Every Name

More than 18,000 officers have made the ultimate sacrifice in the United States and the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund proudly remembers and honors these fallen law enforcement heroes. Read some of their moving stories of courage and the heroism exhibited by officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting citizens of this country.

These and other fallen heroes, along with the NLEOMF’s Officers of the Month, are featured in the Memorial Fund’s annual calendar, which is available for purchase in the online Gift Shop.



FALLEN HERO (July 2008)
Frederick W. Baker
Senior Corrections Officer
New Jersey Department of Corrections
End of Watch: 07/30/1997

Senior Corrections Officer Frederick Baker had spent ten years in the field of law enforcement. He carried out his duties every day at Bayside State Prison with pride. Informing inmates of a change — like a transfer to another cell block — was a routine part of his responsibilities.
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