32BJ Mourns its Member at 345 Park Avenue, Slain Security Officer Aland Etienne

“a dedicated security officer who took his job duties extremely seriously”

32BJ SEIU President Manny Pastreich released the following statement:

“We are devastated to hear the reports of the shooting at 345 Park Avenue. We extend our deep condolences to the families and friends who lost loved ones, including that of our own 32BJ SEIU security member Aland Etienne, a dedicated security officer who took his job duties extremely seriously.

“We are working with building management and the NYPD to support their investigation, and ensuring our members in the building receive the free union counseling and support services they deserve and need to manage this unspeakable loss.

“This tragedy speaks to the sacrifice of security officers who risk their lives every day to keep New Yorkers and our buildings safe. Every time a security officer puts on their uniform, they put their lives on the line. Their contributions to our city are essential, though often unappreciated. Aland Etienne is a New York hero. We will remember him as such.

“32BJ SEIU commercial cleaners and other security members were also working at 345 Park Avenue during the incident.”

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With more than 185,000 members in 12 states, 32BJ SEIU is the largest property service workers union in the country. 32BJ SEIU represents over 85,000 building service workers in NYC, including 20,000 security officers. 32BJ SEIU members hail from 64 different countries and speak 28 different languages.