[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 78 (Thursday, May 11, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1017-E1018]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    TRIBUTE TO OFFICER JOSEPH GALAPO

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                         HON. THOMAS J. MANTON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 11, 1995
  Mr. MANTON. Mr. Speaker, as a former New York City police officer and 
in recognition of National Police Week, I rise today to pay tribute to 
Officer Joseph Galapo.
  Officer Joseph Galapo was killed in the line of duty on August 16, 
1988. He made the ultimate sacrifice for those he served. I extend my 
most heartfelt condolences to Officer Galapo's widow and three 
children. I hope it is of some comfort to the family to know the people 
of New York City feel a deep sense of gratitude for the sacrifice you 
have made.
  During the week of May 14, we recognize the tremendous sacrifice 
officers of the law [[Page E1018]] make to keep our society free from 
crime and violence. I hope my colleagues join me in acknowledging the 
police officers who continue to protect the community in which they 
live and remember those who have lost their lives in doing so. I 
encourage you all to visit the National Law Enforcement Officers 
Memorial located in the heart of Washington, DC at Judiciary Square. 
This is a fine way to remember those who we could never repay.


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