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NC Officer Injured when 18-Wheeler Slams Through Barricade, Pushes Him into Sink Hole

"When officers were attempting to close off the road ... there was a vehicle that was driving too fast for conditions and actually struck the officers' cars as they were out there and pushed the officer into the hole," Chief Kem Braden said.

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AZ Troopers Use Grappler to Stop Street Racing Suspect’s Car

AZDPS said on Facebook “The suspect vehicle was located and an AZDPS sergeant successfully deployed the Grappler Police Bumper, netting one of the vehicle’s rear tires and bringing it to a safe stop.”

An Arizona trooper deploys the Grappler to stop suspected street racer.

TX Grand Jury Clears Officer who Killed Mall Shooter

A Collin County grand jury declined to indict the Allen police officer. Allen police said in a news release Wednesday the decision “indicates that the use of force was justified under Texas law.”

Arizona Officers Rescue Dog from Canal

“Officer Sorenson took immediate action by removing his ballistic vest and gun belt and entering the canal to try and rescue the dog. The dog was skittish and did not immediately come to Officer Sorensen,” police said.

Glendale, AZ, police officers recently saved a tired German shepherd that could not find a way out of a local canal.

Shots Fired at NC Deputy’s Home, Sheriff Offers Reward

No one was injured, but someone was home at the time of the shooting, police said. Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

Officer Safety Considerations Related to Alternative-Fuel Vehicles

As more alternative-fuel and hybrid vehicles hit the road, police and other first responders need to understand that they are no more dangerous than conventional vehicles. However, there are certain safety considerations every cop should know.

Police officers need to be aware of several special safety-related considerations when dealing with alternative-fuel vehicles.

MI Town Council Votes on Law to Restrict Traffic Stops

If the law is approved, officers would be prohibited from stopping or detaining anyone for offenses such as a cracked windshield, loud exhaust, tinted windows, an object hanging from a rearview mirror, a broken tail light or issues with registration.

Michigan Officers Kick Down Door Save Toddlers from Mother

An Albion officer kicked down the door to find a 35-year-old woman holding a two-year-old girl under the water in the bathtub.

IL Deputies, Citizens Use Blanket to Catch Child Dropped from Burning Building

A family of four was trapped on the third floor and deputies tried to make entry but the hallway was ablaze.

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CA Deputy Shoots Suspect Who Rammed Patrol Vehicle

Authorities said the suspect then put the SUV in reverse before driving forward and intentionally ramming into the deputy's vehicle. That's when the deputy opened fire.

PA Trooper Wounded in Weekend Attack Remains Critical

Lt. James Wagner, 45, was shot by Brandon Stine, 38, during one of several encounters Stine had with troopers Saturday in Juniata County. Stine ambushed and killed Trooper Jacques Rougeau Jr., 29, during one of these encounters, state police said.

GA Rookie Named Officer of the Month for Saving Suicidal Woman

At a certain point during the dialogue, the fatigued woman looked as if she was going to fall. Officer Austin Martin quickly laced his fingers on top of hers through the fence and was able to hold her

Officer Austin Martin of the Marietta (GA) Police Department has been named May 2023 Officer of the Month by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

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