By Police1 Staff
Facebook recently launched a new extension of their ‘like’ feature that allows readers to more accurately express their feelings about a story – something police officers aren’t shy about doing.
This week, an attack on Nashville’s Officer of the Year, an alleged ‘attractiveness’ inspection in a police department in Mexico, and a controversial gun carry bill affecting retired officers are just some of the stories that made cops’ blood boil. Take a look at our roundup below and share your thoughts in the comments.
5. Nashville Officer of the Year attacked on patrol
A decorated officer was thrown to the ground and punched as he tried to arrest an assault suspect at a public housing complex. Many tried to prevent the arrest, and even recorded the incident with indifference to the officer’s safety.
4. Female officers in Mexico subjected to ‘attractiveness’ inspection
Officers allegedly told one woman who recently delivered a child she was “paunchy.”
3. Ambushed Houston deputy constable shot 4 times expected to recover
The unprovoked ambush of a Texas officer during a traffic stop is a sobering reminder that officers literally put their lives on the line to protect and serve communities.
2. NY cop tells driver to ‘blame mayor’ for ticket, gets suspended
What’s your take on the incident?
1. Bill seeks to halt gun carry permits for former officers with DUIs
Should retired cops with DUI convictions be allowed to carry firearms in public?