By Police1 Staff
Police face many dangers on patrol, but the sheer unpredictability of a situation where cops are outnumbered and battling a violent crowd can be one of the most hazardous of the profession. From a massive riot in the streets of a major city to an all-out brawl at a wedding, these five videos paint a portrait of how much damage can be caused by people in numbers. Watch and share your own experiences below.
![]() | Helmet cam captures cops’ clash with Ariz. college crowd Fifteen people were arrested in the March 29 incident near the University of Arizona’s main gate. |
![]() | Feds face protesters in battle over Nev. ranch rights Federal authorities were on the defensive during the fourth day of a monthlong offensive to remove an outspoken rancher’s cattle from lands administered by the BLM. |
![]() | Police disperse Giants revelers after World Series win Everything from trash barrels to a transit bus were aflame after the win. |
![]() | Protesters at Calif. college fight with police Six officers suffered minor injuries in the scuffle. |
![]() | Cops break up huge fight at Philly wedding Police were called to break up a massive brawl between two separate wedding parties. |