Seven years ago, on a cold winter day, Patrolman Christopher Matlosz began his new shift on Platoon 3, evenings from 2pm to midnight.
Shortly after briefing he went and began his patrolling the streets, what he loved to do.
Around 4pm, he approached an individual who turned and fired upon him before he could get out of his patrol car, shooting him 3 times, 2 which were that of an execution.
The suspect fled the area, and with help, made it to Camden where he would be arrested less than two days later. An intense manhunt was underway with police receiving hundreds of tips and leads in this case.
Due to the cooperation of the residents and public, Chris’ murderer was brought to trial and will never step foot out of a jail cell for the rest of his life, living in a cage like the animal he is.
Chris was the life of the party – wherever he was, there was sure to be laughter.
He was engaged to be married and had just bought a home that he was filling with love and memories.
We will always remember Chris and his big smile, sense of humor, practical joker that he was, also a loyal co-worker, friend, fiancé, brother and son. We remember him at concerts, weddings, funerals, work , and whenever we hear ‘chicken fried’, his favorite song, or at a concert, beach or bar.
We will now, as we always have done in the past seven years, celebrate his life, legacy and we will never forget Officer Christopher Matlosz #317, one of Lakewood Police Department’s finest.
His friend,
Chief Gregory Meyer
It is still so sad. Seven years later. Senseless.
Thank you tls for mentioning this !!!
Officer matlosz will always be in our memories and hearts.
This is why we should bring back the death penalty in NJ, do what they do in Texas fry the worthless animal .
A true hero! He will be remembered with fondness and gratitude by all of us in Lakewood. RIP
Will always be in our hearts and memories. 317 RIP!!
Well said, Chief. It was a sad day, indeed. Its hearbteaking because he was greeting Savage, trying to make light banter or whatever, and Sav, true to his name, did his heinous, ruthless act, in cold blood. My heart still goes put to his family and fiancee. I recall TLS did a toy drive or something for the family, maybe its time for another one.
Stay safe, LPD, u guys are awesome.
Like I always say even if you will refute the death penalty there has to be exceptions. For example if someone shoots 100 people he must die and I believe the same should be with our brave cops who put their life on the line to keep us safe!!! They must feel protected by the law and the criminals will think twice before they shoot a cop. I think it’s ABC…,