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Patrol•by Staff•September 25, 2017

Widow of PA Trooper Sue Parents of His Killer

The parents of convicted cop-killer Eric Matthew Frein were aware of and fostered their son’s disdain for law enforcement that led to his slaying of Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Bryon K. Dickson II outside the Blooming Grove barracks three years ago, the officer’s widow alleges in a lawsuit.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 25, 2017

MO Trooper Gets 10 Days in Jail for Accidental Drowning of Handcuffed Suspect

The weekend after Memorial Day, he arrested Ellingson for allegedly boating while intoxicated. Ellingson fell overboard while Piercy was driving the MSHP boat back to shore for processing. Piercy tried—unsuccessfully—to hook Ellingson with a pole.

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Technology•by Staff•September 25, 2017

Nine Must-Have Apps for Law Enforcement

From being able to securely communicate with other officers to identifying hazardous material, these nine apps below will save officers time, resources, and lives.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 25, 2017

2 Puerto Rico Officers Killed in Hurricane Maria Response

Agent Héctor Matías-Torres and Agent Lorenzo-González of the Puerto Rico Police drowned when their vehicles were caught in floodwaters during Hurricane Maria.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Video: TX Officer Awarded Badge of Bravery for Stopping Active Shooter in Austin Hotel

An Austin police officer who helped stop a shooter at a downtown Austin hotel in 2015 is being honored with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Friday morning.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Governor Thanks Florida First Responders with Free Fishing Licenses

Starting Thursday, Florida's law enforcement officers and first responders will be able to go saltwater and freshwater fishing without a license until June 30, 2018, Gov. Rick Scott announced.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Non-Profits Raising Money to Buy Wounded Colorado Officer Off-Road Wheelchair

"We all believe that through prayer and advanced medical procedures, Dan will be able to walk on his own someday," Adsit Strong said in a statement Thursday. "However, in the meantime, the inability to walk is inhibiting his ability to enjoy normal activities and hobbies ... This amazing hero loves hunting, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors with his family and friends."

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Suspended John Jay Professor Has Long History of Cop-Hating Tweets

Suspended John Jay College of Criminal Justice professor Michael Isaacson’s tweet about teaching “future dead cops” was no isolated incident.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Video: Patrol Car Crushed by Stolen Bulldozer in Illinois

A Kankakee, IL, police officer escaped injury but his patrol vehicle was crushed when a reportedly stolen bulldozer backed over it during a pursuit Aug. 24.

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Patrol•by Staff Writer•September 22, 2017

Arizona Officers Come to Aid of Hurricane Evacuees

Last weekend officers of the Avondale (AZ) Police Department came to the assistance of a Florida family that had evacuated west from Hurricane Irma and needed food, gas for their vehicle, and shelter.

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