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Hear the 'end of watch' call for fallen Detroit Police Officer Fadi Shukur

Posted at 11:53 AM, Aug 20, 2018
and last updated 2018-08-20 11:53:54-04

The funeral for fallen Detroit Police Officer Fadi Shukur took place Monday morning as hundreds gathered at the St. George Chaldean Catholic Church in Utica.

Shukur died on Wednesday after being injured in a hit-and-run earlier this month.

During his funeral, his "end of watch" call was played over the speakers. Watch the video above with the translation below.

“Radio calling badge 556. Radio calling badge 556. No response from Badge 556.

Let it be known that Detroit Police Officer Fadi Shukur, badge 556, served his community and his country with compassion, pride and a loyal dedication to duty.

He departed this earth on August 15, 2018.

Officer Shukur, we thank you for your distinguished service. You will never be forgotten in your devotion to your family, friends and law enforcement community.

We salute and honor your sacrifice.

All units stand by for a moment of radio silence.

Officer Shukur, you are cleared en route to your final destination. Rest easy. Your brothers and sisters behind the badge will take it from here.

God bless you. Radio clear.