Police Heroes
Police heroes come in many forms. On the Police Heroes topic page, we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the mission to protect their communities.
It’s not unusual for officers to have prior military experience — and that’s evident by our roundup of departments acknowledging their dedication and service
In his nearly 30-year career, Officer Chuck Cobb made his first lifesaving rescue, pulling a woman who had a seizure from a submerged car after her 12-year-old son’s desperate plea for help
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“A split second decision, with a child’s life hanging in the balance; officers Rose and Chapman responded without hesitation [to] save a child’s life,” said Warren PD Commissioner Charles Rushton
“Sgt. Clark’s determination in the face of adversity is a testament to his character that we should all appreciate and strive for,” York County Sheriff Kevin Tolson said
“Our young caller… was told we are always here to help, except next time he should probably use the non-emergency line,” the Shawano County Sheriff’s Office stated
“Law enforcement, public safety and the military are the only professions when you leave your house and kiss your family goodbye, that might be the last time,” Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said
The three Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies were on the side of the road preparing to jump-start a stalled motorcycle
Capt. Evangelos Xiggoros was shot outside of the Manchester Police Station; he survived the shooting, but the injury forced his retirement, and he died five years later
“We have more volunteers than I could even imagine. And without them, we could not be where we are with the progress we have made… Black Mountain strong,” a police official said
Phoenix officers’ body camera video shows the officer using a halligan to rescue the man
Ferguson Police officials stated that Officer Travis “TJ” Brown “has made remarkable strides” as doctors began to wean him off of sedation
The Golden officers were responding to a crash while pulled off to the side of the road when the other driver struck their cruiser, forcing it under a vehicle from the initial crash
Officer Enrique Martinez was fatally shot when a passenger in the stopped vehicle grabbed a handgun and fired at him before kicking the driver out of the car and fleeing
The Hillsborough County deputies credit their training and resilience as they work through the challenges of recovery and rehabilitation
The 26-year-old Chicago officer was just shy of three years of service in the department
Former NYPD Sgt. Lino Minetto rushed a child to a hospital after her leg was crushed by a vehicle; 26 years later, her brother, Officer Xavier Duran, says Minetto is his inspiration
San Bernardino County Deputy Michael Castaneda was driving home when he noticed a SUV stuck on the tracks; bystander video shows him pulling the child to safety
The Fresno sergeant reportedly told colleagues that he was glad he was wounded rather than his officers
“He goes, ‘Am I going to die from this?’ I said, ‘Look at me. I know you don’t know me, but I need you to trust me, it’s not your time,” Sgt. Joelle Harrell recalled
Now more than ever, police officers need to see their work recognized and appreciated
On October 17, 2023, a Texas Ranger Sergeant brought justice to the killers of Lt. Milton Resendez, earning the Medal of Valor for his heroic actions
A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders
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“I’m proud of you that you’re acknowledging how you feel and you need help. This is how we get the help,” Colorado Springs Officer Craig Johnson said
Trooper Corey Thompson, 28, served with the Illinois State Police for nearly five years and was assigned to the Special Operations Group Fatal Four team
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The man, who was having a mental health crisis, had leapt from a ledge onto the tracks 25 feet below, severely injuring himself; officers pulled him off the tracks just in time
Over the past five decades, women have contributed to every aspect of the CHP, from motorcycle units to investigative roles and leadership positions
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