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NYPD Officer Dies in Kuwait: Sorffly Davius Remembered
Officer Davius, a 12-year NYPD veteran and Army National Guard major, passed away during deployment in support of Operation Epic Fury.
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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The New York City Police Department has announced the death of one of its officers, Sorffly Davius, who died as a result of a medical episode while deployed in Kuwait in support of Operation Epic Fury. Davius was a 12-year veteran of the NYPD, assigned to the 79th Precinct, and also served in the U.S. Army National Guard's 42nd Infantry Division, where he achieved the rank of major.
Why it matters
Officer Davius's death underscores the risks undertaken by law enforcement personnel when deployed in support of military operations. As the situation in the Middle East remains fluid, his passing highlights the potential for unforeseen challenges even in support roles, and the impact this loss may have on the morale of those serving in Operation Epic Fury.
The details
Officer Davius died on Friday as a result of a medical episode while supporting Operation Epic Fury, which is described as an effort aimed at destroying Iranian offensive missiles, missile production facilities, navy assets, and other security infrastructure. Davius was a 12-year veteran of the NYPD, assigned to the 79th Precinct, and also served in the U.S. Army National Guard's 42nd Infantry Division, where he achieved the rank of major.
- Officer Davius died on Friday, March 8, 2026.
- The remains of at least six U.S. Service members killed in the Middle East since the beginning of the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran last week were transported to Dover Air Force Base on Saturday, March 9, 2026.
The players
Sorffly Davius
A 12-year veteran of the NYPD, assigned to the 79th Precinct, and also served in the U.S. Army National Guard's 42nd Infantry Division, where he achieved the rank of major.
Jessica Tisch
NYPD Commissioner.
Zohran Mamdani
Mayor of New York City.
Kathy Hochul
Governor of New York.
Donald Trump
President of the United States.
JD Vance
Vice President of the United States.
What they’re saying
“His career was defined by service — to his country and to New York City. Our thoughts are with Officer Davius and his entire family as they mourn his loss. May his memory be a blessing.”
— Jessica Tisch, NYPD Commissioner (newsy-today.com)
“I was devastated by the loss of Major Davius, a true Citizen Soldier, devoted husband, and father. I have personally conveyed my condolences to his wife.”
— Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York (newsy-today.com)
What’s next
As the situation in the Middle East remains fluid, continued monitoring of the conflict's trajectory will be crucial in assessing future needs and potential impacts on those serving in Operation Epic Fury.
The takeaway
Officer Davius's death underscores the risks faced by law enforcement personnel when deployed in support of military operations, and highlights the potential for unforeseen challenges even in support roles. His passing serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve both their country and their community.
