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.
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Johnny Joey Jones, FOX News contributor and combat veteran, tells the patriotic stories of first responders
For Brian Caloiaro, this year’s vigil was not only a public duty, but a deeply personal one — rooted in nearly three decades of service
After being taken off life support, Bloomfield Officer Timothy Ontiveros’ family made the decision to ‘continue to help others’ through the donation, New Mexico Donor Services stated
Milford K9 duo earns National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Officers of the Month honors after lifesaving water rescue
Baldwin Park Officer Samuel Riveros was shot in the head as he ran to assist fellow responding officers; the suspected shooter has been charged with murder
The event was sponsored by the New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund, which supports the families of NYPD and FDNY heroes killed in the line of duty
“It was remarkable that [Sgt. Justin Dodge] made it after the significant injury,” Denver Chief Ron Thomas said. “And coming back to do the rigorous assignment is just the icing on the cake”
Morrow County Deputy Daniel Sherrer, 31, was killed shortly after arriving at the scene; he joined the department in 2021
Natalie Etheridge-Purcell was just 2 when her father, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Deputy Brian Etheridge, was killed; his colleagues ensure she never faces milestones alone
The rescued woman said she, her daughter, and her niece were kayaking for the first time when her kayak capsized after getting caught on a downed tree in the river
Detective Joseph Pucciano, a heralded gang-buster and member of the NYPD’s famed Italian Squad in the 1920s, died July 13, 1928, of pulmonary tuberculosis
After being caught by an off-duty Dayton detective, the teen received empathy from responding officers who bought his food and offered him a ride home
Palm Beach County Deputy Ignacio Diaz, Cpl. Luis Paez and Deputy Ralph Waller were killed when an SUV struck their motorcycles while they were stopped on the roadside
Police Officer Jared Desalvo opened his home to the small dog, now named Hudson, after rescuing her from frigid river water
“[The officers’] decisive actions and commitment to protecting the lives of others exemplify the very best of our profession,” Clark Police Captain Miguel Acabou said
Tributes ranged from the Police Unity Tour to K-9 memorial services, with federal and local leaders reaffirming support for law enforcement
“They woke up each and every morning. They put on their uniforms. They said goodbye to their loved ones. And they stepped into the unknown,” Vice President JD Vance said
A second act in service: A retired police chief’s promise to serve before, during and after the call
Michael Begonis, Verizon Frontline’s chief of staff and Police1 Got Your Six list honoree, is being celebrated during Police Week for his role in helping law enforcement agencies prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis
Officer Isabel McDonald wrote a poem to help families find comfort and closure in the words their loved ones can no longer say
“I was proud to be his handler,” said Sgt. Powell, who shared the emotional story of K-9 Coba’s sacrifice during the National Police K-9 Memorial Service
Poet Michael Marks pens a moving tribute to the men and women of law enforcement
Trooper Richard Albert was approaching a vehicle he had stopped for speeding when a suspect suddenly pointed a handgun out of the window and began firing
From the Candlelight Vigil to the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service, here are the key events taking place in Washington, D.C. during Police Week
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In 2010, Detective Sgt. Jeff Sheaman was credited with helping 3-year-old David Lew avoid hypothermia after he was soaked by a storm while his family was boating
The ambush killings of Officers Anthony Wallace and Matthew Tokuoka gave recruits a sobering introduction to the reality of sacrifice in policing
The memorial features the names of over 23,000 officers engraved on its curved marble walls
The museum is located across the street from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C., allowing visitors to explore both in one visit
Events will be held in-person in our nation’s capital, but there are still plenty of ways you can virtually observe and participate
West York Patrolman Andrew W. Duarte was fatally struck by another officer’s gunfire as they shot and killed man who was holding a nurse hostage at gunpoint
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released an hour-long documentary about the incident, while the community gathered to hold a memorial stair climb
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