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Arkansas, Alabama Officers Honored by Columbia Southern University

The Outstanding Law Enforcement Professional Award was established as part of National Crime Prevention Month (October) and to recognize CSU’s criminal justice students and graduates for their commitment to safety, professionalism and their accomplishments in the field.

October 25, 2022

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IACP 2022: GA Agency and Officer Win Vehicle Crimes Prevention Award

Leonardo, manufacturers of ELSAG Plate Hunter automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) technology for law enforcement and public safety and security organizations, has partnered with the International Association of Chiefs of Police since 2017 as the sponsor of the award.

October 19, 2022

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NC Deputy is NLEOMF August Officer of the Month

As the officer approached the stopped vehicle, the driver immediately began firing numerous shots at Whyms, hitting him twice in his lower body and three times in his upper body.

September 27, 2022

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NLEOMF Announces 2022 National Officer Safety and Wellness Award Winners

“The primary objective of Destination Zero is to drive down causal factors that kill and injure our nation’s law enforcement officers,” said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

September 15, 2022

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NLEOMF Announces Distinguished Service, Lifetime Achievement

“The 2022 roster of our annual award winners speaks volumes about the heroes of our country and those dedicated to honoring our heroes who protect and serve the nation,” said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

September 15, 2022

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FL Department Restores 1972 Patrol Car, Surprises Sheriff

“I think the most surprising thing to me when I sat down in it was how skinny the steering wheel was. I had totally forgotten how large the steering wheel was, it was large, and it was very thin. So, it was kind of a flashback in time,” Judd says. “And I thought dad’gum, I don't even remember that the steering wheel was this flimsy.”

August 30, 2022

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Officers Who Arrested Parade Mass Shooter Presented Flags from U.S. Capitol

During a ceremony to honor first responders for their actions following the Fourth of July mass shooting, officers in North Chicago, IL, were presented flags that have flown over the U.S. Capitol.

August 4, 2022

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Video Shows SC Officer Rescuing Woman from Wrecked, Burning Car

Field Training Officer Doug Richards came across the accident scene around 1:30 a.m. on I-26 after a truck and the car collided. He saw smoke and flames coming from the wrecked car’s engine compartment and responded with the fire extinguisher from his patrol unit.

July 20, 2022

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NYPD Officers Awarded for Saving Blind Man from Subway Tracks

Detective Henry Greco and Officer Jason Macaluso pulled the 61-year-old man to safety after he fell onto the tracks from the platform.

May 27, 2022

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9 Officers Awarded Medal of Valor by President Biden

The Medal of Valor is awarded to public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect others from harm. The awards are for acts of bravery during incidents in the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 award cycles.

May 18, 2022

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Sheriff Mark Lamb to Host 2022 National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

The National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame has announced that Sheriff Mark Lamb of the Pinal Co., Arizona Sheriff’s Office will serve as emcee for the 2022 Induction Ceremony on March 24 in the Toledo suburb of Maumee, OH.

February 8, 2022

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NC Trooper Shot in Face at Traffic Stop Receives Congressional Bravery Award

Trooper Daniel Harrell was shot in the face and neck. A suspect rammed his patrol car. Still, he continued pursuit until backup could arrive and make an arrest.

November 30, 2021