STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Governor Kathy Hochul directed that flags on all New York State government buildings be flown at half-staff in memory of a fallen correction officer.
The flags are lowered to honor Charlie Hall, who died on Jan. 21 from a medical emergency while on duty at Five Points Correctional Facility.
“I am deeply grateful to Correction Officer Charlie Hall for his service and selfless dedication to maintain the security of New York’s correctional facilities and protecting others from harm,” Hochul said in a news release.
“Today I join Officer Hall’s loved ones and fellow correction officers in honoring his life and commitment to service,” said Hochul.
Officer Hall was an active member of the Crisis Intervention Unit at Five Points Correctional Facility. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, daughter Lauren and son Andrew.