Law Enforcement
In loving memory of Charles Cato: Please help support his loving family
Law Enforcement
Catastrophic Loss
New York
Created December 8th, 2024

In the early morning hours of Friday, December 6, Charles tragically lost his life in a car accident while driving home from an overnight tour. Charles was a friend, a son, a husband to Angela, and father to Ben and Sara. He was also an exceptional Detective who worked tirelessly to support police officers during their most traumatic times. 

Charles joined the New York City Police Department in 2007 and was assigned to patrol in the 32 Precinct. In 2015 he transferred to the 113 Detective Squad and promoted to Detective in 2017. Since 2019, Charles was assigned to the Force Investigation Division where he was an integral part of officer-involved shooting investigations. 

Charles was a big presence in the lives of many. At home and at work, his shoes will be impossible to fill. When tragedy strikes, the financial burdens that come with it can be enormous. We are asking that you find it in your heart to donate whatever you can to support Charles’ family at this terrible time, and help ease the pain of this tragedy. Charles gave the last 17 years of his life to the NYPD and the people of New York City; the city is a better place because of him. Donations won’t bring Charles back, but it will show his family that they are not in this alone. Anything at all will go a long way. Thank you!

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Tom DeFrancesco
Tom DeFrancesco donated $250
4 months ago
Alicia Commisso
Alicia Commisso donated $113

Rest in Peace Cato. Thoughts and prayers to your family ❤️

4 months ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
4 months ago
Dan Ehrenreich
Dan Ehrenreich donated $200

Cato Cato Cato, I’m still stunned. My condolences to your family in this tragic time. It was a pleasure working with you. Rest in Peace, Cato

4 months ago
Kent Whiting
Kent Whiting donated $250
4 months ago
Shawn Namdkisure
Shawn Namdkisure donated $500
4 months ago
David & Tricia Hall
David & Tricia Hall donated $100

Angela, We are so sorry for your loss. Our Prayers are with you and your family.

4 months ago
Julie Friedland
Julie Friedland donated $100
4 months ago
Rachael Kosak
Rachael Kosak donated $100
4 months ago
Roy Riley
Roy Riley donated $100

RIP Charlie!

4 months ago

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