Family of killed Connecticut state trooper not eligible for state pension

[@MM-ss1sr]

What the hell? Unbelievable..... Disgraceful.... Immoral

[@paxundpeace9970]

No watch the entire video. Thid was the stipulation in thr contract.

[@AdamBlack-h9r]

That is the way that most pension funds work. The widow will get every penny paid in to her husbands pension fund. She will not get monthly pension payments. Nothing unfair about that.

[@mattdaugherty7865]

Gee, i wonder if these Connecticut politicians will get their pensions?

[@smal1393]

Agreed, and gee, I wonder why citizens have lost faith in politicians especially self-serving politicians.

[@billydelacey]

False equivalence.

[@paxundpeace9970]

They aren't dead right

[@buckiemohawk3643]

I dont understand how Connecticut keeps voting blue

[@essernobles1053]

They'll get full pensions after like 2 years in congress i believe.

[@russellhixson1692]

As a 30 year veteran of law enforcement we all know what the benefits are. The benefits listed are pretty substantial.

[@richardschaffling9882]

That is a disgrace

[@jeremywhiteley3021]

That’s horrible. They need change this.

[@paxundpeace9970]

It is bad but they should only get the pension for the years he had served. 25 years is to long for not receiving pension benefits. You have to consider that he is that so he was the beneficiary and primary consumer of the pension. Despite the families loss, the benefits end or get reduced by his death.

[@rainaflores779]

WHY?

[@Beautifulbrownma]

Something needs to be done. This is disgusting treatment for a grieving family.

[@mildbillhiccup844]

They either both knew or should’ve known the stipulations for collecting his pension. Just like cops say when you break the law, you weren’t aware of ignorance is no excuse.

[@rb239rtr]

I worked for a construction company with a life insurance benefit- 1x, 2x or 3x options were available for a miniscule price- $250k-$500k- $750k. The construction industry has its health and safety difficulties, but police work has its randomness- why are there not better benefits for the officer's family?

[@rogueamerican20]

Because he doesn’t deserve them.

[@lordfashion9892]

the family will be getting 100,000 a month for the rest of their lives. they are getting more than enough.

[@rb239rtr]

@@lordfashion9892 $1.2 million a year for 50-60 years? Really?

[@blank1778]

@@rb239rtryea no one needs that especially when he only made 80-100k a year

[@annb2045]

Absolutely disgusting!

[@calar619]

Unacceptable!! The governor needs to fix this immediately!!!

[@emsparamedic5183]

What an absolute load of crap!

[@csps56]

Very disconcerting.

[@Mncrr]

Sorry to say a pension is earned over time. He didn’t have the time. No worries T to T will help the family.

[@ogcowboy5743]

While you are correct that pension benifits are accumulated over time, there is normally a death on duty clause for Police and Firefighters.

[@beccahaaby1007]

That is absolutely unconscionable. Change the legislation!!

[@rensinclair4218]

No. Don't have kids in dangerous jobs

[@chadcameron4080]

​@@rensinclair4218 Thats almost like saying people on state funded welfare shouldn't have children. At least this guy showed up for work and did his job that the state paid him to do. As a CT taxpayer I believe his family deserves his pension. As well as full medical/dental insurance.

[@mildbillhiccup844]

@@chadcameron4080 he should get paid for the hours worked nothing more.

[@kenyonbissett3512]

Not only will she get all those benefits but a Social Security survivor benefits (probably $2000+ a month). Monetarily she is probably in better condition than if he was alive. She can reinvest his pension refund and be fine in 30 yrs with that as her pension. Obviously she would rather he be alive, but he left her well cared for.

[@steveniemyer9288]

It’s not that simple. Like almost all public employees they don’t pay into social security. He didn’t pay into social security for the past 11 years working as a police officer. That could have a big impact on what she is eligible to receive.

[@kenyonbissett3512]

@@steveniemyer9288 I was a public employee and I paid into social security, guess it depends on the state. My state does both. I am retired and collect on both.

[@rickross199]

​@@steveniemyer9288 public employees don't pay into social security? Unbelievable. Now I have something else to be pissed off about. He should have purchased his own life insurance lord knows troopers are paid enough.

[@SHARON.I]

​@@steveniemyer9288that's not true for all. Many government employers have revised the policy. I worked county government and they now take out SSI

[@Mario-t8b8y]

@@steveniemyer9288Not accurate.

[@Tryp-j9d]

75% of earning…FOREVER??? That’s WAAAAAAAAY better than ANY pension!!!!! WTF???!!!

[@ninjagirl226]

No it will be for a set time. My dad was given for just the rest of the quarter. But I’ve heard for up the rest of the year.

[@susanlovesjava4961]

You don't get a pension until you've earned it.

[@crinklecut3790]

I thought that’s what life insurance is for.

[@malcolmkeith816]

Stupid comment

[@Blaydedge]

This travesty better get fixed, and quick!

[@mildbillhiccup844]

He shouldn’t have gotten a pension, no matter how many years he served buy life insurance and open a 401k like the rest of us have to do

[@jonnyboy8000]

Did he not have a personal life insurance why are you expecting the state to fill the gap it wouldn’t under any other circumstances

[@mildbillhiccup844]

You failed the entrance exam to become a cop if you have too high of an IQ . That says everything you need to know about police and how intelligent their decision-making is.

[@ninjagirl226]

Not necessarily. My dad had life insurance (a few policies actually) but these companies will do whatever it takes to avoid paying out. According to certain companies dying in a crash isn’t considered an accident apparently even if you aren’t at fault.

[@donshirey4156]

People only look at "Police" pensions at the end, not when something horrific like this happens. YOUR elected officials can change this. VOTE for the right people

[@paxundpeace9970]

The issue is that they don't have a gradual pension payout policy. They should have gotten the pension for every year he served still this is the signed agreement they had.

[@mikeparker6322]

Then who would take the risk to be a law enforcement officer in this state? 10 years means he was fully vested so reimbursement yes but at preseent value or value with growth? In other states any line of duty death means pernsion survivor benefits are paid. No different if an officer becomes disabled and retires.

[@moye41]

Disgusting

[@HUBABUBA-il8fn]

She is also entitled to the Federal Death benefit and Survivors Social Security.

[@fldon2306]

Such a young family. Did he purchase a term life insurance policy to help financially in just such an event? While it might not be cheap, a $1milliin term policy would set his survivors for life. When I was young, newly married with young children, and a mortgage, I did exactly that, so many family wouldn’t be destitute if I passed. Yes, it took cash from income and I couldn’t buy the nicest car or take extravagant vacations, but as parents we need to make sacrifices…

[@MS-ty8eq]

Rest in peace officer. The truth about life is that his widow statistically will be remarried within 5 years so this will all be a moot point except for taking care of the children until they're 18.

[@adrftgvvbh]

Well, I'm sure they knew this when he signed up

[@rooksandcastles]

Most states are like this and the news article made it seem like she was getting nothing for her husbands death. Needless to say, if you work in a dangerous job, do your family a favor and carry a large amount of life insurance, ESPECIALLY if you have children.

[@buffalosoldier19d42]

This is why you have life insurance.

[@Mario-t8b8y]

Sure it’s sad that she lost her husband, but she’ll be fine . That’s why the union isn’t disclosing how much she’ll receive. What about the families of those who are killed performing one of the 19 more dangerous occupations?

[@wvp07]

Can’t be paying out early pensions to officers, they need that money to pay for all the lawsuits!

[@Tryp-j9d]

WRONG!! The TAXPAYERS get the bill on ALL THOSE!!! And the tab on the SETTLEMENTS!!!!

[@mildbillhiccup844]

@@Tryp-j9d same exact thing with the pensions.

[@iriemo721]

To me she’s getting a reasonable amount. $200k, plus the amount he put into the pension plan, plus 75% of income. I don’t see the issue

[@deannamarie44]

Pretty sure that's what private Life insurance is for.

[@kellygrubbs915]

This is horrible and unacceptable!!!! His family needs this! It’s infuriating! 😡😡😡😡😡

[@danmessina6260]

Ppl act like she's getting nothing, she's getting more than most would get.

[@Jr-qo4ls]

So sad he died. Heartbreaking the children will grow up without their wonderful father. That said, while this is very emotional, will the same apply to all government employees or just law enforcement? Also the family is already receiving significant financial compensation, should the taxpayers be providing more than was originally agreed? Difficult questions during a difficult time and hope they can heal in time.

[@dirtfarmer7070]

Moneywise, they will be fine. Its the lifelong pension only, she is not entitled to. The children will all get SS until at least 18. Peopleconly hear what they want to hear. The news makes it sound like they will be forced to live unded a bridge.

[@Jr-qo4ls]

Agreed.

[@iriemo721]

Thank you. I was listening for the travesty. Instead I heard: 100k now, 100k over next 10 years, and the amount he put into the pension plan,75% of income. This woman is set.

[@bronzestarvue]

If the trooper wasn't eligible for a pension, why would his survivors be? Looks like they're getting a ton of monetary benefits outside of his pension, so it's not like his family isn't getting anything. Peel the onion back people!

[@deekang6244]

Because he was killed in the line of duty.

[@UGAPhoenix]

​@@deekang6244and? Looks like, according to what I saw, they are immediately getting $200,000, plus they are getting an additional $100,000 a month for 10 years, so that is $1.3 million, plus other benefits. I personally don't see an issue, but that's just me. $1.3 million over 10 years, plus other benefits, seems like a good thing. As long as they aren't wasteful with their spending, you can make $100,000 a month go a very long way.

[@Jr-qo4ls]

Agreed.

[@autumnmcewing9211]

Amen

[@SHARON.I]

Did you watch the video. ​@@deekang6244

[@kathysetaro2467]

LODD should automatically be granted pension funds.

[@rensinclair4218]

Nah.

[@TheMW2informer]

@@rensinclair4218troll you will never have this many people care after you pass, like the trooper has for him.

[@JackFrost-xb9yz]

And yet ,politicians who destroy America get their pensions.

[@terrancerooney-yf5zq]

Sad

[@lizmallard7158]

What the hell!! How dare they. This family is grieving and the state thinks they in charge. We hold this family in our arms. Come to your senses state Authorities.

[@rensinclair4218]

The state is in charge

[@jimwile9313]

Bet they change the law for police and police only.

[@bankergeorge]

Wasted time on the job

[@ridinlow01]

Fundraiser is at 6xx,xxx? Yah ok like they need Pension

[@tparis4475]

75% of his salary through workmans comp isn't bad plus the 100k...just a reminder for those in high risk jobs ,make sure you've got enough life insurance

[@DeniseWheeler-r6d]

This is ridiculous and absolutely heartbreaking!!

[@TheStuport]

Funny how Politician's Family can get that pension paid to them....BUTT.....Civic Servers can not. That is woefully wrong.

[@JackFrost-xb9yz]

Jimmy Carter has been receiving a pension for over 40 years and counting. And he was a lousy president.

[@TheStuport]

@@JackFrost-xb9yz Disagree. Have a good day nonetheless!

[@damienhardy1732]

Did this say $100K a month for 10yrs?

[@suzanegcid]

Yahhh !!! RIGHT ?!?!?

[@johnsradios484]

My heart goes out to the family of the slain officer. I worked as a civil servant and if I died while working my family would not get a pension . They would get 3 times my salary.

[@mildbillhiccup844]

They shouldn’t get anything

[@larogersii1]

Wow ! This is disturbing 😮and disgraceful!

[@anthonyvoss9150]

Those crazy laws that people don't think about before they vote

[@ninjagirl226]

Am I surprised. No. When I was laid off CT blocked me from getting unemployment. I know it’s not the same but this state doesn’t give up a dime. Pisses me off. It’s why I left the state and will never return.

[@samnesvoi9956]

He is Hero, his family needs to live in honor and get huge financial benefits. So sorry for their loss😢

[@sherryturner974]

This is damn wrong so sad.

[@scomptonspc]

This is bad laws and needs to be changed....immediatly

[@paxundpeace9970]

Contracts those are contracts with the Union

[@synthiawilson941]

Respect,heartfelt condolences n family/friends stay strong

[@macmiller1678]

This is why you’re better off working in the private sector, find a good company that actually cares about their employees. Don’t depend on the government to take care of you and your family. I would never take a government job.

[@whatever8243]

They throw away our veterans and their families too why you all surprised?

[@michaelhiles5350]

Politicians are disgusting

[@SusanGustavson-xx1qh]

That is disgusting. They should get his pension

[@CarlosRodriguez-gk5ur]

Hopefully they change that law , it’s so sad

[@marci3667]

That’s a dirty shame! Do congressmen from Connecticut receive theirs?? Time for the people to make sure that the heroes who keep them safe…..receive their due pensions!

[@ChuckMatley]

So the politicians and office holders express how sad it is and how bad that what should be done cannot but I don't see them springing into action to do something to correct it. Why would anyone want to serve in law enforcement in the state of Connecticut if that is the way they treat the people sworn to protect them.

[@kennyw7453]

But corrupt Kosta can collect a state pension.

[@danielschmitt1935]

This is a great reason to leave and go to the public sector immediately.

[@crxess]

Shame on Connecticut, this is disgusting. Hopefully T2T can step up and give this family some kind of assistance.

[@mcab74]

The father and husband and officer, died in thr line of duty ! How sad !

[@sherylbritton909]

Wow! That is awful!

[@brendahunt6191]

Someone needs to set up a Go Fund account for this family

[@celestew8015]

As dangerous as this job is, it shouldn't matter how old or how long an officer has served. Give the families benefits from their loved ones sacrifice.

[@synthiawilson941]

Respect,lawyer on speed dial

[@cdcopley8207]

Democrats and Republicans agree on this. So, what's the problem? Get it done! Shame and name anyone opposed.

[@d.lawrence5670]

Look, they're getting back ALL the pensions contributions, okay?

[@natedawg1275]

That’s crap !!! This country is going down the drain!!!

[@Chris_L034]

national guardsmen have $250,000 life insurance policies.

[@sohappy8580]

That is so wrong! His wife and children need those funds!

[@cuprunnethover2]

Wow! I hope that things will work out for the family! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@rememberableoccassions9079]

As a widow his wife this is crazy bc his job is high risk……

[@bongm6039]

And you wonder why nobody wants to apply as a law enforcrment officer.

[@user-ll4lf5go1m]

I love the comments. Did none of you go to the 1.33 screen and see what the family is getting? Here it is if you did not. $100,000. immediately. $100,000 a month for 10 years? That I doubt maybe 100,000 a year for 10 years I would believe. 75% of his earnings for life and all pensions contributions refunded. Sounds pretty sweet to me. So basically over 1 million dollars over the next 10 years plus 75% of his salarly for life. Better than 90% of working Americans I bet.

[@lemondropkid6175]

600k raised online, but the law should change, politicians get their pensions after 1 or 2 terms why shouldn't state employees?

[@jerseyjim9092]

100k over 10 years. So 10k a year.

[@wpierce34004ever]

You have to listen to the audio as well, the slide is poorly written. They get the immediate $100k plus an additional $100k which is doled out over the course of 10 years in monthly amounts. So less than $1000 per month. Nowhere near $1 million sir.

[@lonnybush5612]

Bet politicians get pensions from day one. Disgusting.

[@glbernini0]

ANY LAW CAN BE RE WRITTEN! Just have to motivate local politicians. Non stop calls & emails might speed things up!

[@rickross199]

None of them should be getting a God damn pension. Buy your own fucking life insurance to cover your family lord knows he got paid enough to pay the premiums. Spend spend spend.

[@rhuntington3]

Vile and reprehensible. That state should absolutely shamed endlessly for this utter stupidity.

[@PandaBeafr]

That's just WRONG !!!!

[@3000gtgomez7]

What’s the issue? If the requirements are not met why are they asking for more. Capitalizing on a death is disgraceful

[@josephwolosz2522]

This is how ignorant and selfish ALL of our leaders are these days. They only serve themselves.

[@blake3244]

Lawyer up, sue the state

[@MariaRodriguez-ez9sj]

ARE YALL SERIOUS???? DISGRACEFUL DISGUSTING! So he loses his life, they lose their loved one and THIS is what yall do???? SMH

[@Kira36k]

I doubt this man would have put his life in danger knowing his family would not be taken care by the same organization he served

[@kinda.funnny]

lol yeah a pension is essentially a retirement plan, not life insurance...

[@rensinclair4218]

Exactly.

[@TheMW2informer]

“Lol yeah” you realize almost all pensions have a spouse clause where it goes to a living spouse or next of kin. Even my fathers UAW pension has one.

[@Mncrr]

@@TheMW2informerbut the employee must have the years to be vested and even if he had the minimum amount of time it would have been a minimum amount of money. I put in 38 years and got more than someone who had 20. Fair is fair.

[@TheMW2informer]

@@Mncrr there would still be a payout of the amount the trooper had payed into it, and I don’t see the story saying that is happening.

[@Mncrr]

@@TheMW2informer only if he was vested. Every pension is different.

[@GH-hn1ut]

Change the law and make it retro

[@bellahlangford7676]

This story has travelled to Australia, who ever is in control of this legislation please change it immediately, this is disgraceful and Australia is watching you, please make this right

[@julielindholme9584]

Enough already with the poor benefits of officers and military!

[@emmanuelmontperous3537]

That’s heartbreaking

[@AbNomal621]

This is a side effect of an antiquated system where no person has a “share” of the pension fund. The fix should change that to where an individual builds up a fund just like most the rest of us have.

[@margotstamateris3583]

That’s disgusting

[@brianwelker5166]

That's just not right!

[@bbrcummins1984]

The northeast SMDH

[@mike-uw6wt]

A pension is not life insurance.

[@kylemcpgee3049]

Shameful,completel disgrace