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5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 2:26AM (14 years ago)

I'll never forget the day Peter was shot 5 years ago. I was in class dowtown and saw the flood of police cars. After I talked to my own officer, everything changed. And it would never be the same. The day of the funeral was a mix of tragedy and beauty. I couldn't believe the regular citizens along the procession that were saluting and waving flags. It made me feel less alone in loving and supporting my police family in a city that's very tough to tolerate sometimes. But with that, I didn't know one could feel such grief and overwhelming sadness. I'm glad Peter went home w/ God instead of suffering here, but I'm so sorry for what all of the surviving family, officers, and friends have had to endure without him here anymore. I consistently pray for all of you and I do my part in making sure no one forgets the sacrifice Peter made for our city. I know citizens often come here and bash police, but there are those of us out here that understand what Peter's death meant then and now. God bless you all.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 3:30AM (14 years ago)

GOD BLESS 216D AND YOUR FAMILY PETE. ILL NEVER EVER FORGET THAT DAY. I THINK ABOUT IT EVERYDAY OF MY LIFE AND WHAT I GONE THOUGH. I'M GLAD I HAD THE PLEASURE TO WORK WITH YOU AND ALL THE FUN TIMES WE HAD. THANK GOD WE WORK WITH THE FINEST OFFICERS IN THE CITY AND ALL THE SUPPORT THAT WAS GIVEN THAT DAY. PLEASE CONTINUE TO WATCH DOWN ON US AND KEEP US SAFE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. M. RAQUE III FORMER 216B

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 5:59AM (14 years ago)

Think about you everyday bro! Please keep watching over us!

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 6:47AM (14 years ago)

God Bless You Pete! Louisville lost a hero.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 7:45AM (14 years ago)

May God bless and keep the Grignon family in his light.

Rest in peace brother..........

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 9:00AM (14 years ago)

Paul,

That was a beautiful article.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 12:34PM (14 years ago)
Posted by: kickbacks

This is a sad day for all of us. While I think of what happened, I don't think of myself, but of my wife and kids. No one can know what Rebecca felt and continues to feel unless you have been there and lost someone yourself in this way. I was not afforded the opportunity to know Peter Alan Grignon , other than his car numbers and the emergency tones preceding them. As Paul said, we were brothers none-the-less. I met Officer Grignon as he lay dying before me, trying to breathe during his last few minutes on earth. I hated myself for not having a magical cure. I hated knowing that he would not overcome the injuries that I saw, because I had seen injury like this before. I hated that I could not show travis ballard's accomplice, who was there in front of me, what justice he deserved. I hated that as I stood the scene I could not show travis ballard's family how I felt as they tried to get around me. The cool Kentucky rain was my friend.

REST IN PEACE.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 2:43PM (14 years ago)

God bless my family when I am away,

Leave the lights on I'll return from harms way,

Grant me courage and strength to protect others each day,

So they live in peace without worry, fear or dismay,

Bless those who have fallen given their life for another

May their spirit live on from then and forever,

Return me home to my family at the end of each night,

May I pass through the door before the morning's first light,

Shall I give my life for another before the dawn breaks today,

God bless my family when I am away.

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D. Adams

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 3:47PM (14 years ago)
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Miss you Pete

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 4:09PM (14 years ago)

God bless him and his family.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 4:54PM (14 years ago)

I never met him, but I feel sad just the same. Thank You for your ultimate sacrifice! Stay safe out there Boys/Girls. Pete someday I will meet you in Heaven and I would love to shake your hand!

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 5:04PM (14 years ago)

5 full years... it's amazing how time flies.

I also remember being at the Memorial Auditorium when Pete and his class graduated from the academy and were sworn in. Of course, then I had no idea what was going to happen two years later.

I remember both of those days. RIP Pete Grignon.

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 10:27PM (14 years ago)
Posted by: Capt.AHAB

Tis a black day indeed. Rest easy mate, " May fair seas and travelling winds be at your back, and a keg of rum and chest of gold be at your feet" . and may the beastie that took you forever be a galley slave in Neptunes fleet.

AAAAAARGGGGGGGHHHHHHHH......Capt AHAB

5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 10:52PM (14 years ago)

Brother, we'll meet you when we arrive in that special place of honor reserved by God for those that dare to battle evil. Thank you for your sacrifice for us it was not in vain.

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.

He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.

He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.

He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.

He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.

He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.

He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.

He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became

frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.

He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he

never wavered.

He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.

He longed for his family during the long hours.

He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely

weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.

He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling

and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.

He was a good son, a loving husband.

He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the

people he served.

He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to

be the best he could be.

He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.

He was a cop, he was my Brother.

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5 Years Later

March 23rd, 2010 @ 10:56PM (14 years ago)

"This is my shield.

I bear it before me into battle,

but it is not mine alone.

It protects my brother on my left.

It protects my city.

I will never let my brother

out of its shadow

nor my city out of its shelter.

I will die with my

shield before me

facing the enemy."

Officr Grignon you made the ultimate sacrafice facing the enemy, evil, know that your loved ones will forever be protected in the shadow of our shields until they once again are with you.

5 Years Later

March 24th, 2010 @ 9:22AM (14 years ago)

Peter, you will always be remembered......To your Mom and Dad, you are two wonderful people that never deserved to lose your beloved Son.......To Rebecca I am so sorry for your loss.......My Heart aches for all of you!

5 Years Later

March 25th, 2010 @ 1:56AM (14 years ago)
Posted by: Capt. Obvious

Pete,

You were always quite, but had a smile on your face. You took the verbal abuse on the runs we made with a grain of salt, never getting upset, never losing your cool. I was amazed at how calm and patient you were during those times. We all miss you and think about you often. I say a small prayer each time I pass the scene on my way to run, and use your loss as a lesson to never become complacent. Thank you for your service, friendship, and example. Rest easy my friend.

Stay safe, go home! Semper Fi.