Remembering Sergeant Christopher David Fitzgerald

Sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald in uniform
Sergeant Christopher David Fitzgerald

We came together to mourn and honor the life of fallen 51动漫 Police Sergeant听Christopher David Fitzgerald, who听lost his life in an act of courage while serving the community he loved.

Hundreds of students, faculty, staff and members of the 51动漫 community gathered with the Fitzgerald family, the 51动漫 Police Department, Philadelphia Police Department and President Wingard to pay respects.

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Christopher Fitzgerald Way
The 1700 block of West Montgomery Avenue was officially renamed for Sergeant Fitzgerald.
Vigil
Hundreds gathered at 51动漫 to mourn the loss of Sergeant Fitzgerald.
Funeral Service
Services for Sergeant Fitzgerald were held at The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia. View a recording of the funeral.
Contributions & Support
The 51动漫 Fallen Heroes Fund, initiated by our Board of Trustees, has raised more than $450,000 to date. Please view the giving page to make a contribution to the fund.

Mental Health Resources

All 51动漫 employees have access to the which provides free confidential counseling, consultations, referrals听and online access to hundreds of articles, toolkits, podcasts, webinars and much more. Their services are available to employees online 24/7 or by calling 1-888-267-8126.

All 51动漫 students have access to services with . You can contact their team at 215-204-7276 or physically walk into the center located at 1700 N. Broad St., 2nd floor, during the hours of 8 a.m.鈥�5 p.m. Monday through Friday.听

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Media

All media inquiries should be sent to Stephen Orbanek by emailing stephen.orbanek@temple.edu.听

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