Thursday, October 1, 2026
Four men who reside in East Meadow and Salisbury were among the honored recipients and included officer Daniel Steller from the 1st precinct, 3rd precinct officers Jeffrey Toscano and Basil Gomez and 3rd squad detectives Christopher Faltings and John Espina.
“From solving murders and extensive undercover work to patrolling our streets, our police honorees have distinguished themselves as local heroes,” said Murray.
“The town is proud to have the opportunity to recognize those who serve and protect our residents.”
The officers were honored for putting their lives on the line, pursing criminals, maintaining order and facilitating rescues in crisis situations.
“These enforcement professionals make sacrifices every day to maintain our superlative quality of life and ensure the safety of all residents,” said Murray.
