By Police1 Staff
It’s an oft-repeated saying: a cop is never truly off-duty. As much as it is a call to aid those in need, it also serves as an important reminder to stay vigilant for your own safety. Whether in uniform or not, an officer can find himself in a fight for survival at a moment’s notice. For this week’s ‘Trending Topics,’ we take a look at five dangerous encounters that occurred when cops were off the clock. Take a look and add your own experiences in the comments.
 | Minn. cop on vacation thwarts man attempting to carjack him Man tried to force his way into the van the officer and his family had rented while they were driving away from the airport. |
 | Off-duty Dallas cop disarms man who tried to shoot him, store clerks Dallas officer says his finger made the difference between life and death. |
 | NM suspect attacks cop in battle for rifle SWAT cop was on his way home when he heard a call of a man threatening to kill a security officer over his radio. |
 | Off-duty Ill. cop kills teen during robbery attempt Group of teens approached the sergeant as he was filling his car at a gas station. |
 | Burglars break into Texas deputy’s home, fight him on lawn Three burglars broke into the deputy’s home and were fought off. |