Veteran cop who joined NYPD before 9/11 dies of COVID

”Michael, appointed to the department on July 11, 2001, was a member of our ‘9/11 class.‘ For nearly 20 years, he served the people of Brooklyn — and New York City, as a whole — with great distinction,” Shea said. “Tonight — as we will each day and night ahead — we are keeping Michael, and all of his loved ones and colleagues, in our prayers during this difficult time.”