More From CBS DFW Gonzalez had a long history of run-ins with the law — racking up eight charges in the past five years. Marta Danylyk, fiancée of Euless Police Officer David Hofer, speaks at Hofer’s memorial service March 5, 2016, at Pennington Field in Bedford. In 1982, Michael Ray Williamson was killed by a drunk driver while he was on patrol. Police Officer David Hofer was shot and killed after he and his partner responded to a report of suspicious activity at J.A. The display of support from fellow officers moved many in the crowd to tears. You are loved. Officer David Hofer, 29, died Tuesday after he was shot in an exchange of gunfire with 22-year-old Jorge Gonzalez at J.A. Officer Hofer is the second officer in the history of the Euless Police Department to be killed in the line of duty. "I was proud to see people from all over the country here to support him as well," Binnicker said. He was killed on March 1. He said he hopes seeing the turnout, the signs and flags helped lift their spirits. A 5-year veteran of the NYPD, the 29-year-old came south to Texas, joining a force that had just one officer in its entire history killed in the line of duty. Many citizens and organizations have expressed their sympathy and want to donate funds in memory of Officer … 1014 N. Industrial Blvd. Euless, Texas police Officer David Hofer was shot Tuesday afternoon, along with a suspect, in a local park near an elementary school. When the procession made its way to Pennington Field, a sea of police officers on motorcycles entered the stadium first. What Did the Pilgrims Really Drink on Thanksgiving? 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You are one of a kind. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Hofer was killed in action Tuesday, March 1. Euless police officer moved to Texas for safety, public support, friends say EULESS, TX - Senior police officer David Hofer’s Facebook page is filled with photos of his fiancee, Marta Danylyk, showing the young couple’s excitement at a promising future. Other officers said … All rights reserved. On Nov. 28, 1982, Williamson was killed in … The procession drove to Pennington Field for a public “celebration of life” memorial Saturday. I was thinking how amazing the brotherhood and sisterhood of the police is," said onlooker Debbie McClendon. A soon-to-be wed former NYPD cop who relocated to Texas was killed in a shootout Tuesday in a park near Dallas. Hours before the public memorial began at Pennington Field, thousands of North Texans lined the procession route from Lucas Funeral Home in Hurst to the stadium in Bedford. The alleged shooter has been identified as 22-year-old Jorge Gonzalez. According to the city's website, the death of the officer in the line of duty is the second in the history of the department. "David's life ended with him being the best police officer he could be on that day, at that time, and in that situation. BEDFORD (CBSDFW.COM) — First responders and members of the North Texas community lined the streets as Euless Police Officer David Hofer’s procession rolled by. PA - Feb 11, 2021. One of his sons is now a Euless … Thousands of people attended a Saturday memorial service honoring slain Euless police officer David Hofer. Officer Hofer was shot and mortally wounded. It is my absolute honor and privelage to be the one you chose to love.". Officer Hofer had a job, a fiancée, and a future. "He crossed over to the other side and now he's supporting us from up there.". © 1998 - 2021 Nexstar Inc. | All Rights Reserved. You are missed beyond meaning. On Wednesday,… He was 30 at the time and a father of six. This makes it real for them," Kathy Hanson added. Officer Hofer served the Euless Police Department for two years. Hofer was killed in the line of duty as a Euless police officer on March 1, 2016. Hofer, 29, was engaged to be married. As the somber, yet powerful parade of blue lights passed by her, Lucy Hanson proudly held the sign she and her classmates at River Trail Elementary in Fort Worth made this week – the most heartfelt way they could think to say thanks to a hero. Man who killed Euless officer had been high on meth, family says The 22-year-old man who family members say killed a Euless police officer in a shootout on Tuesday was a … Gonzalez also died in the shootout. "Your genuine spitrit, selflessness, unique sense of humor, and pure heart are unmatched. Hundreds of officers from departments across the country filled an entire section of bleachers at Pennington Field. "He was a 29-year-old kid who was ambushed at a park," said Euless resident Karen Killian. "They put their names and some of them put little messages on there," said mother Kathy Hanson. Carr Park in Euless Tuesday. NBC 5's Tim Ciesco, Chris Jose, Cory Smith and Kevin Young contributed to this report. California Borough Police Department. EULESS, Texas — A police officer died in surgery and a suspect was also fatally shot Tuesday afternoon in a gunfight in a neighborhood park, officials said. EULESS, Texas -- Euless should've been a safe bet for Officer David Hofer. On March 1, 2016, Euless Police Officer David Hofer was killed in the line of duty. Officer David S. Hofer was shot and killed after trading gunfire with a suspect in a park in Euless, a small suburb between Dallas and Fort Worth, according to Police Chief Mike Brown. A Euless police officer killed earlier this month was telling a suspect in a creek to show his hands when the man fatally shot the officer midsentence. Anyone who wants to donate to Hofer's family can do so at a gofundme page set up by the Euless Police Benevolent Organization or by mailing a check — payable to EPBO — to the organization at: My Credit Union "David made the ultimate sacrifice by doing the job he loved, but there are many less dangerous things each of us can do in our communities to make them better," he said. His partner was able to return fire, killing the man. Carr Park in Euless. Dr. Mona Stone offers some best practices for getting great sleep and why a lack of sleep shouldn't be a badge of honor. We’re going to stand strong.”. A school in New York has warned that the terms Mom, Dad, and Parents could be harmful to children that do not have parents or live with others. Prior to serving with the Euless Police Department, Officer Hofer served for five-years at the @NYPD9Pct Recently Fallen. Euless officers were called to J.A. He was someone's son. EULESS, Texas — Euless should’ve been a safe bet for Officer David Hofer. The thoughtful service had a 21-gun-salute, bagpipes and speeches from Euless … The celebration of Hofer's life included a 21-gun salute, a performance of 'Taps,' pipes and drums performing 'Amazing Grace,' and a flyover by Fort Worth Police Air 1. Love and support resonated for the 29-year-old officer killed in the line of duty. Officer Hofer is only the second officer to die in the line of duty in Euless. He is also a Life Member of the NRA. He went to J.A. He was someone's grandson. COVID-19 Tracker: What We Know About the Virus in DFW and Around Texas, Initiative Asks Residents, Businesses to Turn Off Lights for Migrating Bird Safety, Copyright © 2021 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. “He was so sweet, so good hearted,” a Bedford PD employee who didn’t want to be identified said. Euless Police Chief Mike Brown confirmed at 5:00 p.m. both the officer… Though they did not know his son, Hofer's father, Helmut, issued the crowd a challenge that would honor his son's legacy. Death in Texas: An Officer’s Odyssey A funeral Mass for Officer David Hofer was said at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Monday. Williamson joined the Euless Police Department on Aug. 17, 1981 after serving for two years as a reserve officer in a neighboring city. Carr Park in Euless. Of that, there is no doubt," said Euless Police Chief Mike Brown. As he and his partner approached the park they were fired upon by a subject. Across from them hundreds of North Texas residents filled the stands to pay their respects. Gonzalez’s family says he was high on meth and had just been released from the Euless Jail. ▪ In January, he was sentenced to 60 days in jail in the theft case, a state jail felony, and to 90 days in jail for the misdemeanor terroristic threat charge. Dozens of NYPD officers were among those in attendance Saturday. The first officer killed was Officer Michael Williamson in 1982. The motorcycles were followed by Euless Police units and a hearse carrying Hofer's body. Dallas Police Department Missing Attachment Officer David Hofer’s full memorial service March 5, 2016, at Pennington Field in Bedford. Police officers from Grand Prairie, Hurst, North Richland Hills, Keller, Haltom City and Grapevine stepped in to patrol the city of Euless so members from the Euless Police Department could attend Hofer's memorial service at Pennington Field in Bedford. FL - Feb 17, 2021. 20 Reasons People Move to Fort Worth Instead of Dallas, 10 Undeniable Differences Between Dallas and Fort Worth, Disturbing Video Released in Spring Break Gang Rape. EULESS (CBSDFW.COM) – A Euless Police officer was shot Tuesday afternoon as was a suspect at J.A. Those dreams ended in gunfire Tuesday afternoon at J.A. He was someone's brother," said Emily Mercer, a longtime resident. David Hofer, an officer in the Dallas suburb of Euless, was celebrated at a memorial Mass in St. Patrick's Cathedral Associated Press NEW YORK — Hundreds of New York City police officers lined Fifth Avenue in Manhattan in a farewell salute Monday to a former NYPD colleague who was gunned down in Texas. Hofer's father said his son will be rememberd for his selflessness, dry wit, and passion for life. "He was a fiance. Carr Park. “Boom, boom, boom and it paused,” a witness told NewsFix. He just loved what he did. Hofer worked for five years in the NYPD before joining the Euless Police Department in 2014. Follow him on Twitter @BobPriceBBTX. Officer Hofer responded to a suspicious person call at J.A. "My heart aches for his family and the city of Euless.". Carr Park after a report of shots fired March 1 when Officer David Hofer saw Gonzalez in a creek. "He went to work daily and fought for us and supported us. Euless Police Officer David Kofer was the 16th police officer killed in the line of duty this year. The suspect was also killed. Officer Williamson was struck by a drunk driver. The man who fatally shot a Euless police officer has an extensive criminal history and was high on methamphetamine on Tuesday, according to his … Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. There’s no sense in this.”. Don Binnicker, a Euless resident and the father of a police officer, said his heart goes out to Hofer's family and coworkers. Jacqueline Lopez and her son Joshua place flowers at a makeshift memorial for a slain officer at the Euless Police Department Wednesday, March 2, 2016, in Euless, Texas. It's that passion that brought Hofer and his fiance, Marta Danylyk together. He kept our streets safe," Mercer said. Officer David Hofer, 29, died Tuesday after he was shot in an exchange of gunfire with 22-year-old Jorge Gonzalez at J.A. Carr Park in Euless. So, for them to really recognize it, sometimes they see things on the news and the movies, but this hits home. Community members mourn the death of a 29-year-old Euless police officer who was killed in a shootout Tuesday near an elementary school. David Hofer will be laid to rest Monday in New York City. "You all came for the same purpose, to represent your departments and your communities in a show of support, solidarity, and love, for the ultimate sacrifice made by officer Davd S. "To my sweet, sweet, Dave - how truly blessed I am to have gotten to know your beautiful soul. “He was still under the influence of that stuff,” his sister Jennifer Gonzalez said. He is the second officer to die in the line of duty in Euless, a suburb of more than 53,000 residents about 17 miles west of Dallas and 15 miles east of Fort Worth. EULESS, Texas (CBSNewYork) — A former NYPD officer was killed Tuesday in a shooting in suburban Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. Hofer was killed in action Tuesday, March 1. "Some of you travelled a few blocks to be here. Now, Euless is left to pick up the pieces. The officer killed was David S. Hofer, 29, who came to Euless in January 2014 after five years of service with the New York Police Department.