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Family members also extended a special thank you for “the endless assistance the BCPD has offered [the] family.”
Breslin “continues to stay strong and fight hard,” Bergen County Police Capt. James Mullin said. “While he is still in critical condition he has responded positively to treatment.”
Mullin also released a statement this afternoon from the family, which said:
“The outpouring of support from multiple communities, friends, organizations and agencies has been greatly appreciated. Danny is a dedicated father; husband, brother, son, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to all. He embodies all of the qualities of a genuine role model and dutiful community leader in all facets of his life.
“While many news reports and articles have focused on the details of the accident and individual [who] caused this horrific event,” its adds, “the family asks that everyone shift all of their focus on efforts of prayer for a full recovery of this loving, dedicated man.
“Through this time of misfortune, their family has experienced the best in people. They choose to accentuate the positive during this period.
“They are truly humbled by the kindness of people locally and globally. The widespread assistance and encouragement for their beloved Danny has been a true indication of how he has carried himself throughout his life.
“Danny is always the first person to run to help a friend or family member in time of need. The constant presence of physical support, emails, phone calls, and prayers are nothing short of amazing.
“They are hopeful that Dan will face this situation with the same resolute determination by which he has handled himself in all areas of life.
“They are confident that the variety of support has and will continue to shine glimmers of light on Danny and turn this dim situation bright.
“Officer Breslin’s family would like to especially thank the medical teams at Hackensack University Medical Center that have been tirelessly working to make strides in all of the right directions.
“While they would like to recognize the tremendous response of all police forces in the area, they would like to specifically express their deepest gratitude to the Bergen County Police Department.
“The BCPD has reinforced their belief that there are true heroes in this world.
“The efforts of the BCPD have been commendable beyond words.”
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UPDATE: A Bergen County Police Department officer remained in critical condition after being rushed in “full trauma” to Hackensack University Medical Center following a crash on Route 46 in Lodi around 1:20 a.m. READ MORE ….
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