Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sergeant Diaz thank you for your dedicated years of service and sacrifice. My condolences go out to your entire family.

Recruit A Soto
LASD Class# 481

December 19, 2024

Thank you for your service.

DST Jayden Navarro
LASD

December 19, 2024

Prayers to Deputy Diaz and my Brothers and Sisters in Charolette county.
I now live in Charolette County and have met Deputy Diaz, he was a very nice guy.

Frmr Sgt. David Hudson
Illinois

December 19, 2024

Rest in peace brother… the agency hurts without you. You were the best man I knew, on the job and family man. First time I had the pleasure of meeting you as a recruit you treated me with respect, I never meant anyone as loving and caring as you, so many other people in the agency say the same. We will miss you brother.

Deputy L Felix
Charlotte county sheriff office

December 19, 2024

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo, (Ret.)
Nassau County PD, NY

December 19, 2024

Freaken so tragic. I’m so sorry to have read this. He looks like a sweetheart

Mary Kay

December 18, 2024

Sergeant Diaz, a police officer should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your 12 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

December 18, 2024

Dear Sheriff Bill Prummell:

I hope this reflection finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you, and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz, a brave and dedicated lawman.

The news of Sergeant Diaz’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Sergeant Diaz’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Sergeant Diaz had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

To you, Sheriff Prummell, and the entire Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 44+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Sergeant Diaz, a brave and dedicated professional, be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

December 18, 2024

Rest in Peace brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 18, 2024

Sergeant Elio Diaz, I am so sorry that your life was taken by this murderer as you were just trying to to this job. I salute your bravery and dedication to all of us. May God grant you a seat beside Him as your family and friends grieve your loss. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

December 18, 2024

Thank you for Posthumously Honoring Elio to Sergeant! I've been trying to elevate Officers for years, some dating back to the '20s.
It's so dangerous in the Field of Law Enforcement nowadays. Thank you Sergeant Elio for your Service. Condolences to Sergeant Elio's Family.

State Police Officer's wife

December 18, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

December 18, 2024

God bless you Sergeant Elio Diaz, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

December 18, 2024

Words can not express the deep sympathy for the family of this fallen hero. I pray for the family in this time. Rest in Peace Sergeant.

Florida Highway Patrol
Sergeant of the Patrol (Retired)
Darren Williamson

December 17, 2024

RIP my Brother, ><>

I will pray for your Family, Friends, & Law Enforcement Family.

Thank you for your Service, Honor and Sacrifice.><>

(Ret.) Major J.D. Nolin

Chaplain

Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

(Ret.) Major J.D. Nolin, Chaplain BCLEO
Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

December 17, 2024

Rip my fellow band of brothers,you did your best and we fellow brothers salute you,may we all meet someday,

Officer Robert Matecki retired
TOLEDO OHIO PD

December 17, 2024

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer

December 17, 2024

We lost a true warrior, a husband, father, grandfather and son. Elio was loved by all. The world just became a smaller place. Rest in peace our hero we will see you on the other side.
You and your family will never be forgotten.

Deputy Ed Trentacosta
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office

December 17, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice, brother. RIP

Detective Alexander Hernandez
Miccousukee Police Department

December 17, 2024

Again this family of LEO's and their loved ones come together to shed tears and and words of comfort for the family and colleagues of Charlotte Sheriffs Department for the murder of Sergeant Elio Diaz. A selfless Hero, a Child of God. Over eleven years of distinguished and vigilant service to his community. A life of valor that has led to a memorable legacy for his children and future LEO's to emulate.
A senseless death that hits our family deeply. There are no answers that can excuse this loss of another Officer. I can only encourage this proud Blue Line Family to say his name often. To tell his story, his conquests, his way of interacting with subjects, his jokes. Keep his memory alive so that he is never forgotten, for he is you and you are him. Our country's Heroes. I pray for comforting thoughts and blessings for the Diaz family and for all Law Enforcement Officers keeping us safe. Amen.

Ulla R Stice
EMT III, CHIEF RET.
MSB-DES PALMER, ALASKA
LEO Mom and PROUD SUPPORTER

December 17, 2024

Rest In Peace…

Retired Detective Ed Falkowski
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

December 17, 2024

Rest in Peace, Sergeant, Brother in Blue.

“Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Children of God.” Matthew 5:9

Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

December 17, 2024

Know that in your deepest darkest hours we are all here alongside you. For Elio’s family, friends, and his brothers and sisters in green, we care, and we love you for the sacrifices you made, and will make for us.

A proud Charlotte County resident.

D/Sgt. Mark Relich, ret.
Grosse Ile Police, MI

December 17, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Sergeant, Elio Diaz, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Sergeant makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

December 17, 2024

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family and Department.

Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

December 17, 2024