Nassau County Police Officer Sean Ledwith Passed Away Tragically, Community Mourns

NASSAU COUNTY, N.Y. — The Nassau County Police Department and the Malverne community are mourning the tragic death of Officer Sean Ledwith, a dedicated law enforcement officer, Marine veteran, and beloved father, who passed away at the age of 43.

Ledwith, a resident of Malverne, served his country with honor as a member of the United States Marine Corps and was deployed to Iraq before continuing his commitment to public service with the Nassau County Police Department. Colleagues and loved ones said his sense of duty, discipline, and compassion defined both his military and law enforcement careers.

Above all else, Sean Ledwith was a devoted father of two. Family and friends remember him as a loving and protective parent whose greatest pride was his children. Those closest to him described him as selfless, dependable, and deeply committed to the people he cared about—both at home and in the community he served.

Within the Nassau County Police Department, Ledwith was respected as a dedicated officer and trusted colleague. Fellow officers said he carried his Marine values into his police work, approaching every situation with integrity, courage, and professionalism.

News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from law enforcement agencies, veterans, and community members across Nassau County. Flags were lowered and tributes shared in honor of a man whose life was defined by service and sacrifice.

Sean Ledwith’s death leaves a profound void in the lives of his family, friends, and fellow officers. He will be remembered not only for the uniform he wore, but for the love he gave as a father, the loyalty he showed as a brother-in-arms, and the lasting impact he made on those who knew him.