David Jonathon Nieves

Time has passed and all I can say is that we have need of many more good men. May the Creator's peace grace you and all who knew and loved this good man. Robbie

I had to post again! thanks for the hugs, laughs, and breaking bread! David. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UR4T0av0o40

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I met David Nieves though work. I first saw him while attending Civilian In-Service training, he was pacing around outside role-playing a disgruntled citizen, which was a part of our active shooter training that day. Most recently he was one of the organizers/instructors of the first City Employees´ Citizen Police Academy I attended January - April 2021. Most memorable about David was his infectious enthusiasm, upbeat attitude, and bright smile. David´s passion for people and the community...

I am so thankful that I was able to spend a few hours with him at the beach while he was working the Ocean frontJuly 4th. I hadn't seen David in over 2 years, however it's like we never missed a beat. We laughed, joked and broke bread. He was full of life and almost seemed invincible with his infectious laugh and smile. He will be sorely missed, and his legacy will live on by others he inspired and helped throughout his life. We will never forget!

I did not know MPO Nieves, but I think our community lost one of our better angels. I offer my deepest respect and condolences to his family and his brothers and sisters in Blue. Robbie

It' was a honor to work with David Nieves. Some of the Staff wanted him as Our next Director at VWU Security. He just laughed..... God Speed

In 2017, Master Police Officer David Nieves partnered with our newly formed Safety Advisory Team to help St. Matthew's Catholic School improve safety and identify goals for the committee. He even offered to facilitate the Active Threat Civilian Response Training. At the time, we declined because we didn't think our faculty and staff were ready for that level of training. MPO Nieves' reply was, "That's OK. I'll be back, either to do the workshop or to draw chalk-lines.." From that moment on he...