Officer Duzel Shares Message of Thanks, Special Shout-Out to John Cena
In the early morning hours of August 2, 2018, Colorado Springs Police Officer Cem Duzel was gravely injured after being shot in the head while on a call for service in the line of duty. Since then, Officer Duzel has made tremendous strides forward, despite several setbacks along the way. A large part of his recovery is due to the community around him. Not just his family, friends, and fellow brothers and sisters in blue, but also the citizens of Colorado Springs. To this day, the department receives letters, gifts, and messages of encouragement for Officer Duzel and his family from around the world.
The outpouring of support has not gone unnoticed. From his rehabilitation room in Denver, Officer Duzel filmed a message of thanks he would like to share with his community.
While Officer Duzel still has a long road ahead, his spirit remains strong and he continues to show great courage. Please keep Officer Duzel and his family in your thoughts and prayers as he navigates through his journey to recovery.
Also, help us in encouraging Cem’s hero, John Cena, to visit OUR hero here in Colorado Springs. In his video, Officer Duzel thanks the wrestling star for his words of inspiration; however, we are still hopeful John Cena will make a trip to see Cem in person. Help us spread the word and bring Cena to the Springs!
For those inquiring how to donate to Officer Duzel, you may do so through the Colorado Springs Police Protective Association (CSPPA) Fallen Officer Relief Fund, a 501 (c) (3):
· Online at www.csppa.org. (Be sure to note the donation is for Officer Duzel.)
· Over the phone, 719–634–0058, or in person at the CSPPA, 516 North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
· By check payable to the CSPPA Fallen Officer Relief Fund at the above address. (Memo at the bottom should indicate donation is for Officer Duzel.)
Cards and letters are still encouraged as they are hand-delivered to Cem on a regular basis. Address all cards/letters to:
Cem Duzel
c/o Lt. Jim Sokolik
705 South Nevada Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
