We mourn the tragic and heartbreaking loss of NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, a courageous 36-year-old Bangladeshi-American who gave his life in the line of duty, protecting the city and people he so deeply loved.

We mourn the tragic and heartbreaking loss of NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, a courageous 36-year-old Bangladeshi-American who gave his life in the line of duty, protecting the city and people he so deeply loved. His passing is not only a devastating blow to his family and the NYPD community, but to the broader fabric of New York City, which he served with unwavering dedication, compassion, and courage.

Officer Islam was more than a police officer—he was a devoted husband, a loving father to two young sons, and was eagerly awaiting the birth of his third child with his wife. His life was tragically cut short in the prime of his service and fatherhood, leaving behind a young family whose future will now be shaped by his absence. Our hearts ache for them, and for all who knew and loved this remarkable man.

Born to Bangladeshi immigrants, Didarul Islam represented the strength, pride, and resilience of the Bangladeshi-American community. He was a beacon of hope and an inspiration to many, especially to those who looked up to him as a symbol of what could be achieved through hard work, integrity, and a commitment to community service. His roots grounded him, and his heart lifted him into a life of public duty, where he wore his badge not just as a job but as a calling.

Those who served alongside Officer Islam describe him as humble, kind-hearted, and always willing to go the extra mile—whether that meant comforting a frightened child at a crime scene, helping an elderly neighbor cross the street, or standing firmly between danger and the innocent. He embodied what it means to serve with honor, placing the needs of others before his own safety without hesitation.

His final act was one of bravery—selflessly stepping into harm’s way in order to protect others. That decision, like so many he made in his career, was born of the same courage that first led him to take the oath to protect and serve. And though his life was taken too soon, his legacy will endure in the lives he touched, in the community he helped protect, and in the family he loved so dearly.

We extend our deepest condolences to his wife, who now faces the unimaginable task of raising three children without her beloved partner by her side. To his sons, who will grow up learning about their father’s heroism through stories, memories, and the legacy he left behind. And to his unborn child, who will never meet their father in person but will forever carry a piece of his spirit in their heart.

As we grieve this terrible loss, we also honor the life that Officer Didarul Islam lived—a life of duty, love, and sacrifice. The NYPD, the city of New York, and the Bangladeshi-American community have lost a true hero. May his memory be a blessing. May his legacy inspire. And may his sacrifice never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Officer Didarul Islam. Your bravery will live on forever.