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Terell Police Officer Jacob Candanoza, 28, called for backup after being shot by the suspect; he was taken to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries
“I will always support every officer, every person who risks their lives,” Stephanie Diller said after receiving the “Stephen Siller Back the Blue” award
Charlie Allsup, whose sister attends the same daycare as Deputy Ignacio “Dan” Diaz’s son, was moved to help give the family one less thing to worry about
A $5,000 reward was offered for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of trying to kill multiple deputies
“When no one thought he would, he opened his eyes. We hold onto our faith that Tyler will continue to make progress,” said Chelsea Moldovan
Line of duty deaths increased 55% in 2021 with COVID-19 as the leading cause of death, according to a report
The incident remains under investigation
David Nguyen, who was fatally shot on a freeway this week, was described as strong, motivated, and brave
The suspect refused commands to take his hands out of his pockets moments before shooting, video shows
An agency spokesperson described the shooting as a “senseless murder”
Officer Shane Bartek was remembered as relentlessly positive, a loyal friend and the “life of the party”
Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic was killed while investigating a noise complaint and her partner is still fighting for his life
Illinois is not a death penalty state, but the U.S. AG can authorize the filing of a petition to seek the death penalty in a federal murder case under certain circumstances
