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December 20, 2007
SSD Detective Shot and Killed In The line Of Duty
DETECTIVE VU NGUYEN WAS ASSIGNED TO THE GANG UNIT
It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Detective Vu Nguyen. Detective Nguyen was shot and killed in the line of duty today as he chased a subject over fences in a neighborhood in South Sacramento. Detectective Nguyen was assigned to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department Gang Unit. The City and County of Sacramento have experienced an increase in gang related violence in recent years. Detetective Nguyen was assigned the task of stemming the violence through proactive police work and that is what he was doing today. Members of the SSD K9 Unit were preparing to conduct a demonstration and bring toys to the Children’s Receiving Home around 2 p.m. today when we heard the “Officer Down” over the radio. Wednesdays are our K9 Units overlap day so we had numerous K9 teams available to respond. K9 Units and SWAT team members from all surrounding agencies responded to assist and the response was overwhelming and quick. We would like to thank those who arrived and followed leads and put themselves in harms way to search for the suspect who tragically took Deputy Nguyen’s life. Throughout the evening information was relayed to the command post and all leads were followed up on. Just after midnight we were met with a sigh of relief as it was announced that a suspect was in custody and will be charged with the murder of Detective Nguyen. Detective Nguyen gave his life while serving to protect the citizens of Sacramento. He paid the ultimate price assuming the risk that comes with law enforcement to make the community a better place. We are indebted to him and his family, as citizens and law enforcement officers, we all share this loss. NEWS 
Visitor comments
"What a terrible loss, I am sorry. I don't know what else to say, it is just sooooo sad. On behalf of Officers at the Newton Correctional Facility in Newton, Iowa. We send our condolences."
->By Kim Smith on December 29, 2007 - 07:12
"My thoughts & prayers are with Officer Nguyen's family & coworkers today. We will all miss him so much, he was a wonderful officer."
->By Linda Neubarth on December 27, 2007 - 11:12
"On behalf of the Sacramento County Sheriff's Air Squadron, we wish to express our heart felt condolences to Officier Nguyen's family. Officer Nguyen gave the ultimate sacrifce for the safety and well being of the community. Jutice must be served for this senseless, barbaric act.Our thoughts and prayer are with the Nguyen Family." ->By Grant Deary on December 26, 2007 - 10:12
"I remember during the academy how you always helped out us bigger guys during physical training. Having an inspiration like you made the academy much easier. Seeing you around work was always pleasant. You always had a smile on your face and had something funny to say. You're going to be greatly missed. STRENGTH SERVICE DEDICATION 00-SBRA-03"
->By Darrell Amos #445 00-SBRA-03 on December 22, 2007 - 11:12
"Vu was one of the people I met when I joined the department. He treated veryone with dignity and respect. The world has lost a great person and an even better Cop. My prayers go out to Vu and his family.I'll miss you bro..." ->By Ruben Peña on December 21, 2007 - 09:12
"It always breaks my heart when I hear news like this. But I am very grateful to our policemen who risks their lives for us in the community. My prayers are with the Vu Nguyen family. God-Bless them."
->By Pamela Whitehouse on December 21, 2007 - 02:12
""Not gold, but only man can make a people great and strong;Men who, for truth and honor's sake, stand fast and suffer long. Brave men who work while others sleep, who dare while others fly... They build a nation's pillars deep and lift them to the sky" Ralph Waldo Emerson God Bless Detective Nguyen." ->By P.O. William Saunier N.Y.P.D Canine unit on December 21, 2007 - 10:12
"To the family and friends of Detective Vu Nguyen:Please accept our heartfelt condolences and sympathy on your loss. This is all too frequent a event in the law enforcement world. May justice be swiftly served. John Kerwick President USPCA Region 7 New York" ->By John Kerwick USPCA Region 7 New York on December 21, 2007 - 09:12
"To the family, officers and friends of Officer Nguyen....Please know that our thoughts, prayers and support are with you during this difficult time. We we saddened to hear of your loss. This effects us all."
->By Mike Calabrese USPCA New Jersey on December 21, 2007 - 09:12
"My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you who are in law enforcement at the loss of your partner as well as to the family of Vu Nguyen. It is a tragedy to lose such a valued member of the community and is a loss for all of us. I will be sending a personal note of condolence to Sheriff McGinness, and I will be attending the memorial service for Detective Nguyen."
->By Barbara Price on December 21, 2007 - 07:12
"Condolences for the Familly en the whole department.Unfortunatily whe have got a officer down our self last week." ->By Tom from Belgium on December 20, 2007 - 11:12
"Unfortunately often times officers themselves may fail to remember that their lives are in danger every day, even under the most routine circumstatnces. Let this tradgedy not be in vain...I hope every officer will take notice from this and all similar situations that there are people out there who may wish to kill them and any night may be the night."
->By don sterling scpd(ret) on December 20, 2007 - 08:12
"Officer Vu Nguyen's death is a tragic loss to a force that has seen too much tragedy in recent years. My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Nguyen's family, as well as his brothers and sisters on the force. God bless you all for the work you do."
->By Sue Treadwell on December 20, 2007 - 07:12
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry for your loss and offer our deepest condolances to the faimly. "Let their self sacrfice echo an eternity through us" - Trooper Gonzalez & K-9 Lobo of the Florida Highway Patrol" ->By GONZ & K-9 LOBO on December 20, 2007 - 05:12
"I am very sorry for your loss. As a retired officer from a small community, I did not face the consant danger and violence that your offficers do. I did see enough things go on that I have total respect for those of you in harms way on a daily basis. God Bless you!"
->By Dale Briggs on December 20, 2007 - 02:12
"No greater love has man than to give his life for another. Our prayers go out to Vu's family, the SSD, the SPD and the local Law Enforcement Community. Once again in the face of tragedy the SSD showed it's true professionalism."
->By Tim Tribble on December 20, 2007 - 02:12
"Please except my condolence's and prayer's for the families and everyone else who was a witness to this terrible tragedy.It is very sad to have happened during this time, right before the holidays.I always have highest respect for those who go out to keep our lives safe and I am truly sorry for your loss."
->By Diane L. on December 20, 2007 - 10:12
"Words cannot express the sadness I felt yesterday hearing the news. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. It takes an amazing group of heros that on a daily basis go out and do their "job"to make the rest of us safer aware of the risks they take. With todays news of the arrest of the 16 year old, mixed feelings of justice and anger, of how senseless a juvenile with gang ties is who is probably now facing life in prison. Parents, wake up, get involved with your kids lifes and stay involved! My wife and I have raised two awesome kids, and continue to support and guide them. Lets intervene in one childs life who is going off course, and then two children... Peace be with all members of the Sheriffs Dept in this time." ->By Larry Weininger on December 20, 2007 - 10:12
"Again our thoughts and prayers are with Vu's family, friends and co-workers. Again the ultimate sacrafice was paid. I pray for all our law enforcement folks every day....stay strong and may God Be With you always."
->By Jacque Villa SSD VIPS on December 20, 2007 - 09:12
"To the family, officers and friends of Officer Nguyen....Please know that our thoughts, prayers and support are extended during this difficult time. Those of us who walk in the shoes, understand the extent of loss for all of you. God bless and know that Vu watches over you all from above."
->By Melinda Ruopp on December 20, 2007 - 09:12
"My deepest condolances to the family and to the world. This loss was not necessary. Officer's put their lives on the line everyday, every minute and yet are paid no respect for doing a job that takes a special person to do. No, they are not paid millions, like we pay movie stars, ball players and many other entertainment areas. This is a sick world and something must be done to respect life and to respect our Law Enforcement Officers that protect us. God Bless the Vu Nguyen family and the Law Enforcement Community, truly sorry for your and our great loss. Please people think about this, next time you need help call a movie star or one of the entertainers we pay millions to, do you think they will come? Respect all life. Respect you Law Enforcement Officers." ->By Jan Worsham on December 20, 2007 - 08:12
"Yet again , a valiant law enforcement officer gives the ultimate sacrifice, his very life, to protect and serve .THANK You ." ->By AmyV on December 20, 2007 - 08:12
"My deepest sympathies to Officer Nguyen's family as well as to his family of police officers."
->By Cheryl on December 20, 2007 - 08:12
"I worked as a 911 Call Dispatcher for 6 years with SSD until August of this year. This department has had more than its share of heartbreak for years to come. While I may not physically work there anymore, believe me when I say I mourn with you during this loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in the department as well as friends and family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss."
->By Michelle Bruce on December 20, 2007 - 07:12
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Vu Nguyen's family, and the extended SSD and SPD families. Be strong, for all of us."
->By Chuck in Sacramento on December 20, 2007 - 06:12
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