Legacy
In honor of Police Officer Edward Byrne, 91st Avenue was renamed P.O. Edward R. Byrne Avenue. Pol. Officer Edward Byrne Park in Queens was dedicated on August 3, 1995. A school in the Bronx, Junior High School 101, was renamed in his honor. The Police Athletic League renamed its Queens Center the Edward J. Byrne Center and fills it year-round with quality educational and recreational programs. The Byrne JAG Grants fund was established via the Department of Justice which directs funding to local law enforcement agencies with the primary concept being to enhance officer safety via equipment, technology and training.
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