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New York Times
15 hours ago
- New York Times
Live Updates: Crowds Expected for Funeral of Officer Slain in Manhattan
The house of Didarul Islam, a police officer killed in the Midtown shooting, in the Bronx on Monday. The black-and-blue bunting, a familiar marking of the loss of a police officer, arrived at the 47th Precinct in the Bronx on Tuesday morning. Firefighters used a ladder truck to mount the half-moon mourning flag over the building's front doors. But already, a sense of quiet gloom had settled over the station house and the surrounding block, the day after Officer Didarul Islam, 36, was gunned down in the lobby of a Midtown skyscraper. Officers from all over the Bronx, their precinct numbers pinned to their collars — the 52, the 41, the 44 and 46 — filed quietly into the precinct to show support or to work the regular officers' shifts on Tuesday, a custom known as a 'fly-in.' 'You don't want to go back out on the force with this on your mind,' said Officer Seville Legrand, who worked with Officer Islam. 'He was quiet, but if you worked with him, he wouldn't shut up,' Officer Legrand said. A clergyman who frequently works with the police, Oswald Denis, led officers inside the precinct in prayer. A single lit candle rested outside the entrance. A twin scene, played out in civilian clothes dampening in the brutal heat, occurred at Officer Islam's home in the Parkchester section of the Bronx. Family and relatives arrived Tuesday morning to mourn with the slain man's family — his parents, two young sons and his wife, carrying their third child, due in weeks. Officer Islam, 36, an immigrant from Bangladesh, was a three-and-a-half-year veteran of the Police Department. He was killed in a massacre at a Park Avenue skyscraper Monday as he provided security there. The police say a gunman drove from Las Vegas to open fire in the lobby and beyond, killing four people and himself. Investigators on Tuesday said it appeared the gunman had been targeting the headquarters of the National Football League. Officer Islam was the first to die. Image Didarul Islam, in a photo released by the New York Police Department. Credit... NYPD News, via X 'He was saving lives. He was protecting New Yorkers,' Mayor Eric Adams said Monday at a news conference at the Manhattan hospital where Officer Islam was pronounced dead. 'He embodies what this city is all about. He's a true blue New Yorker, not only in a uniform he wore.' Didarul Islam was a devout Muslim, attending the Parkchester Islamic Center before his cousin started a local mosque near his home. He became deeply involved in that place of worship, the Bronx Islamic Cultural Center Masjid Bilal. He encouraged congregants searching for work to consider joining the Police Department as traffic agents, a job he said was safer than walking patrols. 'I knew him very well because always on his off days he would come to our masjid,' said Anamul Haque, a friend. 'On his off days he would often come for all five prayers.' On Monday night, an imam came to console the family. Uber drivers from the community ferried friends and other relatives to the home as a police detail watched over the scene. Children ran and played between their parents' legs, unaware of the tragedy. The steady stream of mourners continued through Tuesday, bearing offerings of food and baked dishes wrapped in aluminum foil. Image An ambulance carrying the body of Officer Islam, in Manhattan early Tuesday. Credit... Vincent Alban/The New York Times Shueb Chowdhury, 49, who rented a basement apartment in Officer Islam's home, said the officer had been devoted to his family. 'I cannot believe it,' Mr. Chowdhury said. 'He was very young. I saw him this morning, and 12 hours later he's dead.' Another tenant, Shuborna Akter Protha, 40, has known her landlord for a few years, a busy man who was nonetheless attentive to her apartment's needs. 'He is a good man,' she said. 'He has a good bond with every family member. Even with us. He did everything he could do for us. 'I will fix it when I get time.' He gets time maybe one day or two days.' Marjanul Karim, 31, a close family friend, said that Officer Islam had mentored young men in the Bangladeshi community, more than 100,000-strong in polyglot New York City. He had expected Mr. Islam to attend his wedding in September. Mr. Karim said the fallen officer 'came as an immigrant, started working as a security guard at a school.' 'He wanted to support his family and be in a better position, and he fell in love with law enforcement while working security,' Mr. Karim said. 'At the time, my mother told him, 'You left a safe job working for a school in security, and being a cop is dangerous. Why did you do that?' He told her he wanted to leave behind a legacy for his family, something they could be proud of.' As a patrolman, Officer Islam handled cases involving assaults, domestic violence and burglaries, Officer Legrand said. He picked up overtime when he could. And he worked his side job through the Police Department's Paid Detail Unit, created in 1998 to allow uniformed officers to function as security guards while off duty. His loss reverberated through his neighborhood Tuesday. Behind the counter of a bodega, Neohalin Medina recalled the officer's visits every day at around 4 p.m. with his two children. He would arrive, sometimes in slippers, and set the children loose in the aisles to hunt for treats. 'He would say, 'Get anything you want,'' Mr. Medina said, but Fritos were Officer Islam's personal favorite. 'He was a good guy,' he said as he flipped an egg on the bodega's grill. 'He just wanted to make sure his family was OK.' Salman Ahmed, 21, a brother-in-law, thought that Officer Islam walked a safe beat in the 47th Precinct and didn't see much action. 'He always seemed calm about his work, and he loved his job, but we never thought that this might happen,' he said. 'He never shared, and we never knew he would be involved in shootings.' The pain of the officer's killing was also felt thousands of miles away in Bangladesh. Mizanul Haque, a cousin of Officer Islam, said the officer's close relatives in Sylhet in the nation's east were left speechless by the news, which Mr. Haque had arranged to be shared over the loudspeaker of the local mosque. 'He worked very hard to get to this position,' Mr. Haque said. 'Now everything ended.' Fazlul Haque, a distant relative, said Officer Islam had visited Sylhet a year ago and had plans to visit again in the coming months. He said Officer Islam would send money to Bangladesh to help relatives and villagers pay for medical treatment and other needs. In the Bronx, as the evening prayer service ended, more members of the community walked in to pay their respects. His next-door neighbor, MD Shahjada, remembered Officer Islam for the prayer mat he gave him last year after the officer completed the Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca every able-bodied Muslim is expected to take. The ritual was a point of pride for Officer Islam — and a rare occasion he was willing to take off work. 'That's who he was,' Mr. Shahjada said. Mr. Karim said that Officer Islam's ability to flourish in New York — the house, the solid municipal job — had made him a model. 'He said serve the community and you'll do fine,' Mr. Karim said. 'Unfortunately, this is the ugly side of the line that they are in, but he died a hero,' Mr. Karim continued. 'He would always tell my mother, 'We all have to die one way or another,' and so I guess this is the way that he left.' Across the street from the precinct on Tuesday, a worker paused after a busy night selling water and juice to grim-faced police officers. He recognized Officer Islam from a photograph. 'He was,' the worker said, 'a good cop.' Santul Nerkar and Maia Coleman contributed reporting from the Bronx. Saif Hasnat contributed reporting from Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Mack Maine announces son has died aged 20 from seizure
Rapper Mack Maine took to social media on Monday to mourn the tragic loss of his 16-year-old son Isaiah as result of a seizure. The New Orleans native, 43, posted a lengthy emotional statement on Instagram revealing that his teen son passed away as result of a seizure less than two weeks ago. 'This is a pain I've personally never felt before,' Maine said, 'but I'm still trusting and believing in God's plan and God's will and mercy.' Maine, a longtime friend and associate of rapper Lil Wayne, prefaced the moving statement in noting that he had 'been trying to build up the strength to put up this post since last night.' Maine, whose real name is Jermaine Anthony Preyan, wrote that 'On July 16th I received a call that my son Isaiah (Zeke) passed away at his home in California from a seizure.' The musician was candid in dissecting the tragic situation, as he said he was 'still in shock and still processing the fact that he's gone;' and 'still confused, still questioning life and why my child and not me.' Maine added that he was comforted by the spiritual implications following Isaiah's premature passing. 'I know I am/was his father while he was here in the flesh but now he's ascended to rejoin OUR Father God in the spirit and his ancestors who also loved him dearly like his grandfather (my dad) and his grandmother,' Maine said. Maine thanked his late son for providing him 'with one of the greatest gifts [he's] ever received, Fatherhood!' He continued: 'The experience and bond with you and I brought me purpose… YOU were my biggest inspiration and were the reason I got out of the bed when everyone else snoozed. 'Your smile brightened my dark days as you were my SONshine. Your soul was made of innocence and your heart was pure. Since July 16th your village has been crushed and we're hurting.' Maine was supported by a number of notable names in the hip-hop community, including Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz and Tyga. 'I don't even believe what I just read,' said Minaj. 'This can't be real. I love you so much.' The Super Bass songstress had kind words in remembering Isiah, calling him 'the most incredible young man' and 'such a perfect boy.' Others in the music industry rallied around Maine with words of kindness and support Said Minaj, 'I have no words to express what you must be feeling. No words. We are praying for your whole family, Mack. We love you so much.' Rapper 2 Chainz said in a comment in the thread, 'Bru im so sorry to hear this, praying for you and the fam I love ya bru.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bam Margera shares concerning update on how Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne's deaths are affecting him
has admitted to having a 'really rough week' as he mourns the loss of both Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne. The WWE icon passed away on Thursday at the age of 71 after going into cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. Just two days earlier, the Black Sabbath singer died at the age of 76 while 'surrounded by love.' Margera, 45, paid emotional tributes to both the late stars on his Instagram page - and further opened up about their 'shocking' deaths while talking to TMZ in L.A. on Friday. 'It's been a really rough week,' he told the outlet while joined by his wife Dannii Marie. 'Especially with the Hogans. My heart goes out to all of them.' Margera then recalled recently spending the winter down in Florida with Hogan and his family while he 'skated with the pros.' The MTV star said he had crossed paths with Hogan one day who was 'walking around with a cane' and when he mentioned Marie was a stretch therapist, the wrestler said that was something he needed. 'So, we pretty much stayed in Florida the whole winter for the Hogans.' Margera shared memorable moments they had together, including karaoke nights on Mondays which they did 'all the time.' The professional skateboarder added that both he and Hogan had seeing Swedish-American guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen on their 'bucket list' - and were able to watch the musician perform before his death. Margera also remembered attending the wedding of Hogan's son Nick in January, which the WWE legend had also been in attendance at. He admitted that he was still having a hard time processing his sudden passing. 'I'm still - I feel a certain way. I'm still shocked by it all,' the star said, with his wife adding that they had plans to have dinner with Hogan next week. Margera and Hogan had known each other for years, and the pro wrestler had notably posted a tribute to the Jackass star in 2018 initially believing he was dead at the time. Hogan had shared a throwback photo of the pair on Twitter (now X) along with the message: 'D**n Bam I wish you were still with us. I sure would love to hang out again my brother love u miss u HH.' Margera shared memorable moments they had together, including karaoke nights on Mondays which they did 'all the time' Over on Instagram, Margera shared a tribute to Hogan upon learning of his death along with a slideshow of photos of the pair from over the years However, Hogan later realized that Margera was very much alive and admitted that he had mixed up the skateboarder with his Jackass co-star Ryan Dunn - who passed away in 2011 during a traffic collision. Over on Instagram, Margera shared a tribute to Hogan upon learning of his death along with a slideshow of photos of the pair from over the years. 'I'm crushed. Hulk was more than a hero, he was family to me and my wife,' he penned. 'The world just lost another legend today, and I lost a true brother. It was an absolute honor to take him to see Yngwie Malmsteen, one of his biggest wishes. 'Not many people knew it, but he was a professional musician before he was a professional wrestler. Hulk played in bands and was an incredible studio musician…amazing base player!' Margera added, 'Just so many great memories, like sitting beside him hosting karaoke together at his Hogan's Hangout. 'D**n, I'm gonna miss you man, it hurts. I'll never forget. Rest in power Hulkster. I'll carry your spirit forever.' Margera had also known Osbourne for many years - and the pair notably hosted the 2007 VH1 Rock Honors in Las Vegas together. Earlier this week, the MTV alum shared a picture of both he and Osbourne at the event alongside a moving message. 'Legends never die. I'm grateful to have shared this moment with Ozzy Osbourne hosting at the VH1 Rock Honors in Vegas.' He continued, 'Rest in power Ozzy… your spirit, your voice, and your madness will echo forever. Jack, Kelly, and Sharon… my wife and I share your pain. Our love and condolences to you.' Hogan's sudden death at the age of 71 in Florida was announced on Thursday, leavings loved ones and fans mourning over the loss. A Clearwater Police Department spokesman said in a statement at the time: 'Clearwater Fire Department and Clearwater Police Department personnel responded to a medical call at 9:51 a.m. today in the 1000 block of Eldorado Avenue on Clearwater Beach. 'The nature of the call was for a cardiac arrest. A 71-year-old resident, Terry Bollea, also known as Hulk Hogan, was treated by Clearwater Fire & Rescue crews before being taken by Sunstar to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.' A statement on Hogan's main Instagram account also confirmed his passing and read: 'It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend. 'Our beloved Terry Bollea, known worldwide as Hulk Hogan, passed away today surrounded by his loved ones. At this time of grief, we ask that everyone please respect the privacy of his family and friends. 'May we all take solace in the wonderful memories he left behind for the millions of fans worldwide whose lives he touched for more than four decades. He will be missed, but never forgotten.' Hogan had been father to two children: Brooke, 37, and Nick, 34 - whom he shared with ex-wife Linda. They had been married from 1983 to 2009. He later tied the knot with Jennifer McDaniel in 2010 until their divorce in 2021. Two years later, the WWE legend said 'I do' to Sky Daily and the pair were married up until his death on Thursday. Before his death, Hogan had undergone neck surgery and Sky claimed that his heart was 'strong' amid claims he was on his deathbed in a coma. The late star's rep also expressed in a statement, 'He's had problems with his back for years but there's no emergency.' A source told that the WWE icon was trying to get back to '100 percent' following both neck and back surgeries. 'Hulk has a body ravaged by wrestling, his body is the body of a 140-year-old man with all the bumps and bruises through the years, and his recent neck and back surgeries have been harder to come back from,' the insider said. Two days earlier, Osbourne's family released a statement on Tuesday announcing the Black Sabbath singer's death. 'It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. 'He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.' Weeks for his passing, Osbourne gave his final concert in Birmingham and told the crowd in his speech: 'You've no idea how I feel - thank you from the bottom of my heart.' The performer was known for both his popular and controversial moments, such as when he bit the head off a bat live on stage. He has been repeatedly asked about the moment over the years, but long insisted that he thought the bat was a rubber toy rather than a live animal. The Crazy Train singer had been battling Parkinson's disease since 2003.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Roma and Lecce mourn death of Julio Sergio's son
Roma and Lecce sent Julio Sergio their 'deepest condolences' as their former goalkeeper's son Enzo tragically died at the age of 15 on Sunday. Roma and Lecce mourn the death of Enzo Bertagnoli, son of their former goalkeeper Julio Sergio. Roma and Lecce send condolences to Julio Sergio ROME, ITALY – FEBRUARY 20: General view inside the stadium, as the AS Roma emblem can be seen on a corner flag prior to the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off Second Leg match between AS Roma and FC Porto at Stadio Olimpico on February 20, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by) 'Julio, we stand with you during this period of unimaginable sorrow,' the Giallorossi wrote on X, formerly Twitter. 'The whole of AS Roma is with your family, and we send you our deepest condolences.' Lecce wrote: 'US Lecce express our condolences for the passing of Enzo Bertagnoli, son of our former goalkeeper Julio Sergio.' Julio Sergio's son Enzo had been diagnosed with brain cancer in 2020, and the ex-Roma goalkeeper confirmed his tragic death via social media on Sunday. Julio Sergio had recently shaved his head to show support for his son during chemotherapy. View this post on Instagram Julio Sergio played 58 Serie A matches with Lecce and Roma, keeping 20 clean sheets. He spent several years in Italy, from 2006 to 2013, winning two Coppa Italia and one Supercoppa with Roma. Julio Sergio also made three appearances in the Champions League and five in the Europa League during his time at the Stadio Olimpico. The former Brazilian goalkeeper spent the rest of his career in his native country, playing for Santos, Comercial SP, Juventude, and Botafogo. Julio Sergio, now 46, retired in 2014.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Tragedy as Serie B star Matthias Verreth's 14-month old son dies with club Bari cancelling pre-season training camp
SERIE B star Matthias Verreth has returned to Belgium after the tragic death of his one-year-old son. Verreth, who had just joined Italian second-tier side Bari, rushed home to be by his family's side after hearing the news. 1 Verreth was taking part in pre-season training with Bari, who have now cancelled the rest of the camp in a sign of mourning. Bari's friendly against Cavese has also been cancelled. Verreth's 14-month-old son Elliot Charles passed away after a short illness on Sunday. He was reportedly admitted to hospital with virus-like symptoms two days before his death. After hearing the news, the 27-year-old was driven to Fiumicino airport by Bari president Luigi De Laurentiis on Sunday afternoon. Verreth's wife Séli Muyabo was back home in Belgium with the couple's three-year-old daughter. Bari expressed their sympathies in a touching tribute on the club's website. It read: "We are speechless and deeply shocked. We express our deepest condolences to Matthias Verreth and his family in one of the most terrible moments one can experience. "President Luigi De Laurentiis, the technical staff, the entire team, the management and the red and white collaborators stand with Matthias and his family in one of the most terrible moments that a parent and a human being can experience. "We ask all the fans to join Matthias in spirit and emotion, to his wife, to their firstborn daughter and to all their loved ones in this time of terrible grief.' Verreth spent 12 years in PSV's youth academy and also played for club's reserves, making one appearance for the first team in 2018. He then made 30 appearances for Belgian side Waasland-Beveren, in-between a season-long loan move to Kolding. In 2022, the winger moved back to the Netherlands for two years, first joining FC Eindhoven on a six month loan before signing a two-year deal at Willem II. His first move to Italy came with Serie B side Brescia in 2024, before joining Bari on a three-year-deal this month.
