New York witnessed a historic and emotional farewell for Bangladeshi-American police officer Didarul Islam Shaheed, who lost his life in the line of duty during a shooting incident.Bangladeshi-American police funeral. The funeral prayers were held in the Bronx and attended by thousands, including high-ranking city and state officials, law enforcement officers, and members of the Muslim-American community.
The ceremony was marked with full state honors. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, former governor Andrew Cuomo, mayoral candidate Zohrab Mamdani, and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch were among the leaders who gathered to pay their final respects. Federal officials and thousands of NYPD officers also joined the service, standing in solidarity to honor the fallen hero.
Officer Didarul Islam’s sacrifice was remembered with deep respect. Leaders highlighted his dedication to serving and protecting New Yorkers, while the community expressed their grief and gratitude for his bravery. The funeral reflected not only the sorrow of his loss but also the unity of New York’s diverse communities standing together to honor a life given in service.
The Bangladeshi-American community, along with many others, came forward to support his family and pay tribute to his courage. Officer Islam was laid to rest with full honors, as city and state leadership carried his casket and saluted him one final time. This historic funeral stands as a powerful reminder of the risks police officers face every day and the ultimate sacrifice made by Officer Didarul Islam in the line of duty.
