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Joanna Putman

Associate Editor

Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, Joanna holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she brings a personal perspective to their work, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at jkeen@lexipol.com.

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Richard Dean Bird, who fatally shot Christian County deputies Gabriel Ramirez and Michael Hislope, had a lengthy criminal history, including a history of shooting at police
The suspect was initially located using the Glendale Police Department’s Real Time Crime Center; he was arrested a week following the incident
During the pursuit, the man stopped and opened fire on Greenville County deputies before fleeing; the suspect died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound
The suspect aimed a firearm at officers as they entered the home to execute a multi-agency drug search warrant, leading to a fatal OIS
Trooper Bailey Martin was outside her cruiser when an SUV attempted to make a right turn at high speed; the driver missed the turn and crashed into Martin and her cruiser
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Deputy Kenneth Lewis was struck by a vehicle while stopping to help a stranded motorist
Two marked Montgomery County Police cruisers were damaged; in one case, an officer was inside when the rear window and windshield were shattered