Statement from DEA President Scott Munro on the arrest of the perpetrators who attacked an off duty Detective

Just days ago, Detective Jose Mercedes was stabbed multiple times in an attempted robbery while he was off duty. Seriously injured, he chased after the perpetrators. Today, union Board Officers and fellow Finest cheered him on as he left the hospital. The DEA continues to stand by our brother in blue.

We’re praying for a speedy recovery for the @NYCPDDEA member who was stabbed seven times by this savage vermin. New York needs tougher laws and real consequences. Without them, violent criminals will continue to act with impunity. #UCOPS #BackTheBlue #NYPD #LawAndOrder #SupportPolice

DEA Board Officers John Comer and Nelson Fernandez were proud to stand with the family and friends of our fallen hero Detective Dillon Stewart at the 5K Run/Walk in his honor sponsored by NOBLE. We are grateful for the incredible turnout, with proceeds benefiting the scholarships that continue Dillon’s legacy. We will #NeverForget.

DEA Board Officers and our family in blue came together to honor two heroes at the Annual Detectives Stanley Dash and Robert Cardona Softball Tournament. We are grateful for the support of Blue Lives Matter NYC — and all who came out to celebrate the lives of these great Detectives.

Statement from DEA President Scott Munro

Detective Brian Mulkeen’s life ended seven years ago due to the actions of a violent criminal armed with a gun. Brian was 33 years old, a great cop, and loved by all who knew him. We will #NeverForget Brian. The DEA and every NYPD Detective will forever stand with his family.

A BIG WIN FOR NYPD DETECTIVES. After two years of relentless advocacy by the Detectives' Endowment Association, Tier 2A pension reform is now LAW. The reform gives affected Detectives greater flexibility in how their pension is calculated - and greater control over when the time is right to retire. They earned it. Congratulations to the DEA and the more than 2,000 NYPD Detectives impacted by this hard-fought victory. #UCOPS #NYPD #DEA #Detectives

Tier 2A pension reform is now law! After two years of relentless advocacy by the DEA, Governor Hochul signed legislation correcting an inequity affecting more than 2,000 NYPD Detectives. The new law gives affected members the option to calculate their pension using their final 12 months or the average of their three highest consecutive calendar years. It gives Detectives greater control over when to retire—ensuring they can collect their pension when it’s right for them. They have certainly earned it! And we’re not done fighting for The Greatest Detectives in the World.

Whether they’re securing #UNGA or answering calls across the city—they are The Greatest Detectives in the World! The DEA is proud to represent them all!

Detective Philip A. LaMonica was shot and killed in Brooklyn in 1952 as he and fellow officers attempted to arrest three fugitives from Pennsylvania. No matter how much time goes by, the DEA will #NeverForget.

Congratulations to Detective Henry Angeles on his retirement after decades of dedicated service to New Yorkers. Please join us in wishing him continued happiness, good health, and success in this next chapter of his life. The DEA salutes you, Detective!

DEA Board Officers joined fellow Finest and the families of our fallen heroes to celebrate their lives and legacies at NYPD Chaplain, Monsignor Romano’s, #September11 Memorial Mass. Twenty-five years have passed and together we renew our solemn vow to #NeverForget.

“The cloud of dust was still pretty heavy, and we just tried our best to search for people all day,” retired Detective John Cuddy recalled. One memory sticks with him so vividly he gets choked up talking about it.” ➡️riverheadlocal.com/2026/09/1…

Twenty-five years later. We honor. We remember. We will #NeverForget.

DEA Board Officers joined fellow Detectives, cops of all ranks, and the loved ones of Detectives Robert Parker and Patrick Rafferty at a memorial mass to honor our two fallen heroes. Twenty-two years later, we continue to renew our vow to #NeverForget — and to forever support their families.

Twenty-two years after the murder of Detectives Patrick Rafferty and Robert Parker, the DEA continues the solemn vow to #NeverForget. The work of NYPD Detectives honors the legacies of these two New York City heroes. Our prayers are forever with their loved ones as we stand by their side.

The DEA joins our family in blue in mourning the tragic loss of Probationary Police Officer Kamir Loubarria, who passed away after a medical emergency during training at the Police Academy. Though his career was just beginning, Officer Loubarria had already answered the call to serve and protect New Yorkers. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, fellow recruits, and the NYC PBA.

As Detectives worked long hours at J’Ouvert and the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn, DEA Board Officers were on Eastern Parkway with the union canteen ensuring they were well taken care of and supported.

NYPD Detectives work tirelessly to seek justice and keep New York City safe. The DEA proudly stands beside them — fighting for their rights and ensuring their sacrifices are recognized. This #LaborDay, we honor their dedication and the strength that comes from unity.