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NYPD officer who was shot last year proposes to girlfriend at Thanksgiving Day parade

Andrew Dossi proposes to his girlfriend at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016.
Andrew Dossi proposes to his girlfriend at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016. Credit: NYPD News/Twitter

Talk about a memorable trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

The New York Police Department says an officer who was shot on duty last year proposed to his girlfriend at Thursday’s parade.

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The NYPD tweeted a photo of the happy moment, which unfolded in front of the NYPD band. The Daily News first reported on the tweet and says Officer Andrew Dossi’s family confirms he proposed.

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Dossi was shot in the elbow and back while responding to a holdup at a Bronx grocery store in January 2015. A fellow officer was shot in the arm and chest during the encounter.

The shooting suspect has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and other charges.

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