Assistant State Attorney Alberto Milian: "I was the prosecutor in the above referenced cases. Both detectives Williams and Glenn Bukata were essential witnesses; in a particularly brutal home invasion robbery where a young woman and her five year old son were terrorized. The suspects received a sentence of life as a violent habitual offender. I wanted to take this opportunity to commend two fine detectives on their police work and their enthusiasm for seeing that justice is served". (1996 ASA Milian-Eleventh Judicial Circuit Judge Alberto Milian-to Sheriff Ron Cochran)
Sun Sentinel News: "3rd suspect nailed in O'Neill case thanks to superlative detective work. The sleuth who refused to consider the case closed and doggedly pursued a hunch about a third man's involvement deserve credit for performing in the highest tradition of intelligent detective work." (1995 Editorial concerning the murder of Denise O'Neill)
Kelly O'Neill-Lynch: "Detective Bukata, we can never thank you enough for your hard work, time and dedication. Because of yourself and Sgt O'Neil, we are able to sleep better at night. The service you so on a daily basis is incredible. You will forever be in our thoughts and prayers". (1995 Letter from Denise O'Neill's sister)
Lieutenant Stan Stake: "I take pleasure in submitting the name of Officer Glenn Bukata for Officer of the Month June 1986. Officer Bukata is recommended because of showing outstanding leadership qualities in that upon his own initiative he took charge of an entire squad during a highly stressful situation where his assigned supervisor had been shot and unable to take charge of same for medical reasons". (1986 Plantation Police Commendation)
Insurance Adjuster Robin Stokes: "This letter is being forwarded in recognition of whom I believe to be an exceptional Detective in your department. Detective Bukata has taken the time to assist us in a very suspicious burglary claim with a valued loss of $80,000 to $100,000. When one is fortunate enough to require assistance from an officer of Detective Glenn Bukata's caliber, you can do no better - you have reached to top! Thank you for employing such a fine Detective to serve on the force. Detective Glenn Bukata will go far in his profession and he is an asset to the Broward County Sheriff's Office". (1997 Letter to the Sheriff's Office)
Medical Examiner Joshua Perper: "This letter is to commend two of your detectives for their professionalism and thoughtful sensitivity; about the death of a 12 year old who collapsed after choking on a biscuit (in school). Detective Gucciardo and Bukata went above and beyond the call of duty by conducting a very thorough investigation. It is very gratifying to encounter such superior law enforcement work and cooperation. (1995 Letter to Sheriff Ron Cochran)
Lieutenant Brian Montgomery: "Sergeant Bukata is without argument or debate one of the most knowledgeable and competent supervisors in the agency. Sergeant Bukata spent the majority of his career in Homicide so he has a very keen trait for details". (BSO Evaluation 2016)
Lieutenant Robert Beckham: "Sergeant Bukata is one of the best all around Sergeants I have supervised, he leads by example and earned respect of those who valued hard work by being on the road with his deputies". (BSO Evaluation 2012)
Alexander Hall: "I felt compelled to take the time to put on paper my heartfelt thanks for the meticulous and professional work you both did on the investigation in the murder of my son Alexander Hall. As the trial progressed it became apparent to that had not been for your professionalism and attention to every detail and facet of the law, especially the taped statement my son's killer, might have gotten away with his vicious crime. I feel the people of Florida are fortunate to have your knowledge and expertise protecting them" . (2000 Letter to the Sheriff)
State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle: "During the second phase against Anthony Montgomery, we called Detective Glenn Bukata to testify on the past crimes of this defendant. Detective Bukata was able to assist this office in the most professional manner by his trial testimony, and by helping us put together the crimes which occurred out of Broward County in 1992 & 1993. We would like to thank you and your department for the support given our office by Detective Glenn Bukata". (2001 Letter to the Sheriff's Office)
Lieutenant Aimee Russo: "Sergeant Bukata is among the most trained and skilled Sergeants in the agency". (BSO Evaluation 2017)
Editor Kip Burbank: Detective Bukata deserves a thank you from the community for which he serves for finding and arresting this killer". (2002 Sun Sentinel News Editorial-Arrest of Killer Lucious Boyd)
Assistant State Attorney Bradley Weissman: "I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the fine work of Detective Glenn Bukata, the lead investigator in Mr. Pink's murder case and was crucial to the prosecution of this matter. He presented himself to the jury as a true professional. This is evidenced by the alternate juror approaching me and commenting on Detective Bukata. Mr. Pink was convicted of Murder and sentenced to life in prison" . (2008 Letter from SAO to Sheriff Lamberti)
Captain Bradford Pelton: "I would like to take the opportunity to thank and commend Detective Glenn Bukata for his assistance with a hit and run traffic fatality. His efforts helped culminate a viable suspect in a high profile investigation". (2001 Letter from FHP to the Sheriff)
Assistant State Attorney Jules Cohen: "Glenn did an excellent job regarding this case. His reports were comprehensive, and well organized. He documented all action, followed up all potential leads, and put together a very prosecutable case. I have always been pleased with the work Glenn does. His case presentation in complex cases shows a high level of quality and skill". (2001 State Attorney to the Sheriff)
Carolyn Source: "On December 31, 1999, my mother and grandmother were brutally murdered. Several police officers, a couple crime scene technicians and two detectives were at my house. I would hear a name once more introduced to me saying my name is Glenn Bukata I am sorry for your loss. I was spoken to with respect and heartfelt sympathy. Not only did Glenn Bukata and Ken Kaminsky impress my family and I with their excellence and professionalism as Broward Sheriff's Homicide Detectives but they truly went beyond the call of duty and acted as our victims advocates"(2000-Letter to Sheriff Jenne)
Major Frank LeBLanc RET: "I just wanted to take the time to thank Sergeant Glenn Bukata for the assistance rendered recently at our appearance before the Florida Parole Commision regarding Inmate Vincent Walsh who had been convicted for the murder of our Daughter Deborah in 1988. It was evident that Sergeant Bukata had taken the time necessary to familiarize himself with a 24 year old case and his professional appearance and demeanor along with ith our testimony allowed us to prevail at the hearing" . (2012 Letter to Sheriff Lamberti)
Chief Ralph Dunn: "On Thursday April 18, 2002, our department received a call of a construction accident that resulted in a death. Detectives Glenn Bukata and Joseph Torok immediately responded and soon determined that the death was an accident due to a fall; down an elevator shaft. These two detectives are a credit to your department and are to be congratulated". (2002 Letter from Hillsboro Police to the Sheriff)
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