He says that Accardo, like Kelly, was devastated by the loss of his home and the experience of being unable to help people.

NPR: Police Coping with Stress During Katrina Efforts

Together Defillo and Accardo would drive the streets, passing people who were sick and begging for food, unable to stop for fear their vehicle would be stolen.

NPR: Police Coping with Stress During Katrina Efforts

He says he had no idea that Accardo was so desperate but sensed that he was tired and so told him to stay behind and rest a little.

NPR: Police Coping with Stress During Katrina Efforts

Captain Marlon Defillo was with Accardo throughout the crisis.

NPR: Police Coping with Stress During Katrina Efforts