Episode 157
157: Part 2: Eddie Diaz – Decorated combat medic veteran, Orlando Police Officer, shot 8 times and left for dead
August 13, 20241h 23mExplicit
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Show Notes
Murph interviews Eddie Diaz, a former US Navy corpsman and retired Orlando Police Officer. They discuss Eddie’s lifesaving efforts while in combat under enemy fire. Eddie’s transition back home led to him earning a college degree and becoming an Orlando Police Officer. During an early morning traffic stop, Eddie was shot 8 times and Officer George DeSalvia was murdered by a cowardly gang member. Eddie talks about his story of survival, resilience, beating the odds, never giving up, and the power of forgiveness. This episode is dedicated to the memory of OPD Officer George DeSalvia, End of Watch: February 3rd, 2000. Rest in peace brother…