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The off-duty officers had reportedly been arguing when the woman threatened to shoot herself, prompting a struggle for the gun
The officer’s injuries were described as “severe”
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Deputy Shakeema Brown Jackson was remembered as a positive and respected worker
The officer was directing traffic when a drunk driver hit another vehicle and spun into the officer, police said
The incident remains under investigation
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“We’ve got to do something about it to make sure that people here don’t die,” said Sheriff Bill Mullen
The officer is heard yelling at the suspect to “stop the car” repeatedly before firing his weapon
The officer was out for a jog when he came upon two suspects attempting to break into a store
The escort position has been taught at police and corrections academies for many years, but the escort finger lock takedown may be a better option
The bills expand peer counseling programs, benefits for disabled responders and penalties for offenders who harm federal LEOs
The officer had his emergency lights on when he was struck by another vehicle, police said
Officers in two separate incidents this week were in their cruisers when they found themselves suddenly under fire
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Assaults during civil disorder incidents were up 400% compared to 2019
Officer Tyler Timmins was investigating a possible stolen car when a man began firing on him
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“This idiot is lucky he did not blow himself or his truck up,” said Sheriff Rick Staly
Officers exchanged gunfire with the suspect who is in custody
The officer was able to jump out of the car while it was still moving, police said
The Illinois State Police has a secret weapon for making country roads safer for drivers
One officer was injured in the face by shrapnel or broken glass, and the other was shot in the chest, arm and leg
Miami Beach suspended a similar law mandating a 20-foot zone after multiple people filming officers were arrested
Police say the shocking video is a prime example of why the law exists in the first place
“Obviously it’s very traumatic to accidentally have this happen,” said Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown
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