Name : Nemorin, James 

Rank: Det.
Shield #: 6690 Command: OCCB - Firearms Investigation Unit
Date of Death: 2003-03-10   Cause of Death: Shot - Investigation
     
 Thirty-six year old James J. Nemorin and thirty-four year old Rodney Andrews were fatally shot in the back of their heads, killed execution style during an undercover operation in Tompkinsville, Staten Island. The two undercover detectives were the first NYPD officers to die in the line of duty since the World Trade Center attack and the first gunned down since 1998. They were posing as gun buyers to try to arrest those who sell the guns in a dangerous effort to make us safer. For that they paid the ultimate price. They were shot dead by the two people who were supposed to sell them the guns. We do not know if their cover was blown or what happened on that fateful winter night. Most of those details probably died with the detectives when they were shot at point blank behind the head and thrown into a deserted street in Staten Island.  
 
     
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Comments from Friends    
     
james loved rock music and tom and jerry we always watched that on saturdays because we could watch tv only on weekend back home
— karene nemorin benoit
We just opened up a PAL in Staten Island in you and your partners name and I know you would be proud. The ceremony was nice and we even had a couple of boxing matches that day. Your family was there and everyone had a good time. Your plaque hangs right by the front entrance to the PAL and whenever the kids see your face they know that an angel is watching over them.
— Dave
HI james: I spoke to mom, she had a mass on friday the 10th in memory of you. I had one for you too, we miss you big brother love your sister tika
— karene nemorin benoit
Always in my thoughts. You were top shelf, fearless and articulate. You always impressed me with your undercover ability. The guys in the Firearms Unit continue your quest. See you in Heaven my brother.
— Vinny D
Although I never met James, I am able to see him his photograph each day I go to work, remembering the sacrifice he made. Rest in Peace and God Bless
— Anthony Felice
rest in peace.
— sjs
Posted: December 27, 2006, 9:46 am
You were a great guy and a lot of fun to be around. The memory of you as well as Det Andrews will always live in our heart.
— UC#3262 Firearms Inv. Unit
Posted: January 1, 2008, 3:03 pm

 

 

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