State Rep. Jaime Greene today issued the following statement after Mohamed Said, a Melvindale police officer, was shot and killed on Sunday:

“I am heartbroken and outraged by the senseless shooting of Officer Mohamed Said. As we mourn the loss of Officer Said, along with Hillsdale County Deputy William Butler Jr. and Oakland County Sheriff’s Detective Brad Reckling, we must remember the immense sacrifices these brave individuals made to protect our communities.

“My deepest sympathies go out to the families, friends, and colleagues of these fallen heroes. Their dedication to serving and protecting us is a debt we can never fully repay. We owe our safety and freedom to officers like these who put their lives on the line every single day.

“It is infuriating to witness the rise of anti-police rhetoric that has swept across our nation in recent years. This dangerous narrative puts our officers in harm’s way and risks the safety of our communities. Enough is enough. We must put an end to this harmful rhetoric and instead uplift and support our law enforcement officers. We must back up our officers by enforcing our laws and holding criminals accountable, instead of slapping them on the wrist and letting them go.

“A well-supported and well-funded police department is essential for our safety and freedom. I stand firmly with our officers and will tirelessly work to ensure they have the resources they need and the respect they deserve.”

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