State PBA to Aid Slain Officer's Widow
with Judgment
Police and Law Enforcement News
NJLawman.com
Monday, October 15, 2007 10:10 a.m.
(Official PBA Press Release) The New
Jersey State PBA has announced that they will aid the widow of a
slain police officer in her battle with her husband’s killer. State
PBA President Anthony Wieners met with Elizabeth Bernoskie on
Thursday and assured her the PBA would fulfill any financial
obligation she had. Wieners said, “Bette you no longer have to
worry, you can go about your life, our 33,000 are her to defend
you”.
Wieners said he was not sure where the
money was going to come from to pay any debt to the killer, but he
did not want her to waist one more minute worrying. “I have heard
that you have been having trouble sleeping and eating – today that
stops as we will take on your battle,” he said. He said the PBA has
a longstanding history of caring for its own and we are here for
you.
Wieners gave Bernoskie a letter
detailing the union’s commitment. It read;
DEAR BETTE,
I want to let
you know that the sacrifice Charles made some 49 years ago has
not been forgotten. Charles was a member of the New Jersey State
Policemen’s Benevolent Association and committed to his
community and fellow officers. The bond that was formed so many
years ago will not be broken; it will pass from generation to
generation.
I also want you
to know that the sacrifice you and your family have made can
never be forgotten. In Charles’ loss you have sacrificed
holidays, birthdays, and numerous quiet moments. I know the loss
of these days can never be replaced. Today marks an end to your
losses. You will not lose anymore sleep, or dinners, or special
moments with family and friends. Our 33,000 members will step in
to be your defender. I want you to go on and enjoy your life and
family.
I am committed
to ensuring that what ever final court decisions are rendered
your financial obligation will be met by us. You no longer have
to wait for a court ruling; the ruling was made years ago by
Charles sacrifice. In making that sacrifice he gave his life
with the knowledge that his fellow officers had his back. Today
we back up that pledge.
You and your
family will always be on our minds and in our hearts. If there
is anything you need please reach out to me.
The case is still
working its way through the court system and a final decision has
not been made on repayment. The next court date is October 19th.
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