Saying Thank You to Bernie O’Rourke, Longtime Captain of BPD District A-1

By Matt Conti on Sun, Mar. 25, 2012 in Crime, People

Community members from the North End and throughout Downtown Boston came out to recognize and thank Bernie O’Rourke this week, longtime Captain serving 18 years at Boston Police District A-1 and recently promoted to Deputy Superintendent. Captain Tom Lee will take over the role at District A-1 as O’Rourke moves to BPD Headquarters.

State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz read Dep. O’Rourke a State House proclamation and City Councilor Bill Linihan also spoke at the event. Awards were presented from several communities, including the North End, West End and Leather District. Accolades also came from colleagues at District A-1, including Lt. Det. Chuck Wilson and Sgt. Tom Lema. The celebratory event was held at Ned Devine’s at Fanueil Hall Marketplace on March 21, 2012.

A special highlight was singing by Sgt. Tom Lema. See the video clip below along with photos from the event.

: LDNA Chair Christopher Betke and Dep. Bernie O’Rourke

: The West End’s Jane Forrestall thanks Dep. Bernie O’Rourke

: Lt. Detective Chuck Wilson (right) thanks Dep. Bernie O’Rourke and Mrs. O’Rourke

: From the North End, (L-R) Carol, Francine, Sandra, Aaron, Loretta, Michele, Rosemary, Marie

: Paul Donovan, Dep. Bernie O’Rourke, Sgt. Tom Lema, Mark Colman

: Sgt. Tom Lema sings a tune thanking his former Captain.

: Donna Freni, Mary Holland, Michele Morgan from the North End / Waterfront

: The newly promoted Deputy Superintendent Bernard O’Rourke receives a State honor from Rep. Aaron Michlewitz for his service as Captain of Area A-1.