2,400 NYPD Personnel Have Called in Sick During Coronavirus Crisis

So far, 100 officers and 29 civilian members of the NYPD have tested positive for the virus.

March 24, 2020

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More than 2,400 police employees, including sworn officers, have called in sick as the coronavirus spreads through the ranks of the NYPD, officials said Monday.

That is more than double the daily average, police said.

So far, 100 officers and 29 civilian members of the NYPD have tested positive for the virus, the department told the Daily News.

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El Paso Police Release Video of Shootout that Wounded Officer, Killed Suspect

Officers and the suspect engaged in a gunfight that ended with one officer being shot in the leg and the suspect down with what appeared on video as multiple gunshot wounds.

Still from El Paso Police video shows suspect with gun and officer firing back.

Charges Filed Against Suspects Accused of Attacking Police, Police Animals During Los Angeles Immigration Riots

Suspects were charged with assaulting an officer with a flagpole, obstructing officers, and resisting arrest. Two other suspects have been charged with assaulting Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department horses.

North Carolina Officers Seize High-End Vehicles in Street Racing Operation

Three of the vehicles are “connected to national groups known for illegal street racing activity,” Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police said.

Five high-end vehicles were seized during the operation, including two Lamborghinis.

South Carolina Deputy Fatally Shot Responding to “Wanted Person” Call

Darlington County Sheriff Michael August said the two deputies were ambushed inside of a residence while responding about a wanted person.

Darlington County Sheriff's Deputy Devin Mason was ambushed and killed by a wanted suspect.

166 Officers Shot in First 6 Months of 2025, FOP Reports

A total of 36 of the 2025 year-to-date shootings were characterized as “ambush” attacks by FOP. During these ambushes 45 officers were shot.

Kansas Deputy Fatally Shot Responding to Illegal Fireworks Call

The mortally wounded deputy opened fire on the suspect and hit him multiple times. The suspect died at the scene.

Milwaukee Officer Dies From Wounds Suffered in Ambush Attack

Officer Kendall Corder was transported to a local hospital for treatment and he died from his wounds Sunday. He served with the Milwaukee PD for six years.

Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder died Sunday in a local hospital. He was shot last week.

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2 Milwaukee Officers Ambushed Responding to Shots Fired Call

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Tren de Aragua Leader Added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted List, $3 Million Reward Offered

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Nebraska Trooper Injured in Parked Patrol Vehicle Crash

This is the third crash in less than two weeks involving a parked Nebraska State Patrol vehicle, according to the State Patrol.

A Nebraska State Patrol vehicle was hit while parked Monday night. The trooper was injured.

Oklahoma Officer’s Radio Holder Blocks Knife Attack Before Fatal Shooting of Suspect

The video shows the officer retreating and the suspect advancing toward him with the knife held low.

An Oklahoma City officer responding to a suicidal subject was attacked by a man wielding a knife. The man was shot and killed by officers.

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