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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

Florida Jury Recommends Death Penalty for Cop Killer

Joseph Ables was convicted last week for first-degree murder, after shooting the deputy in May 2018. He was also convicted of animal cruelty for fatally shooting a cat.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

California Officer Shot in Ambush, Suspect Killed

The ambushed sergeant was sitting in his patrol unit when he was attacked. Even though he had been shot, he began a pursuit of the suspect vehicle.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

Florida Officer Attacked, Choked at Domestic

During the response, Officer Mateo was attacked, police say, and the suspect reportedly tried to choke the officer.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Slain Minnesota Officer’s Widow Told Gov. Walz to Stay Away from Funeral

The widow of Pope County, Minnesota, Sheriff's Deputy Josh Owen warned Gov. Tim Walz that if he did show up, she would “make sure that I escort your ass out of here.”

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Patrolby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Maryland Officer Faces Attempted Murder Charge for On-Duty Shooting

For reasons still being investigated, the officer aimed and fired one shot at a man who had crossed the median and walked past him after a brief conversation, officials said.

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Commandby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Pittsburgh’s Chief Resigns to Keep Basketball Referee Job

The chief said in a press release Oct. 17 that he planned to return to refereeing NCAA basketball games — an announcement that surprised some city officials who were under the impression he’d given up the side job when he was tapped as chief in May 2023.

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Commandby StaffOctober 24, 2024

Birmingham Police Chief Steps Down

Deputy Chief Michael Pickett will serve as interim chief for the Alabama city. Additionally, Capt. Edmond Hanks was promoted to interim assistant chief.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 24, 2024

With Weed Legalization Likely, Florida Officials Worry About Stoned Driving

Florida Highway Patrol Lieutenant Channing Taylor says that messaging on the dangers of high driving will also be critical to helping save lives if recreational marijuana becomes the law of the land.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 24, 2024

Michigan Deputies Named National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund September 2024 Officers of the Month

Deputy Nicole Miron and Deputy Anthony Gross are being honored for their actions when they performed a life-saving act along a busy stretch of highway to assist a driver experiencing a medical emergency.

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Commandby StaffOctober 23, 2024

San Jose Promotes Acting Chief to Permanent Chief

Chief Paul Joseph joined the department in 1994 and has served in a number of roles during his 30-year career in San Jose.

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