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.
Stranded in a flood and swept off her feet, this Tennessee trooper showed what true service looks like — even after the rescue
Royer, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 26 years in the mortgage industry, is the visionary behind the HELPER Act, a bill aimed at providing first responders with VA-style home loan benefits
A nationwide call for agencies to support a brave boy’s inspirational journey
Navasota PD Sgt. Mark Butler crashed his patrol vehicle into a fleeing suspect who was speeding the wrong way down a highway
An officer shares candid advice on grief, resilience and supporting fellow officers through unthinkable moments
Brazoria County Deputy Jesus Vargas, working with a U.S. Marshals task force, was fatally shot while serving a warrant for a repeat offender
Howard County Police officers heard a woman crying for help, but gunfire prevented them from entering the house; they were able to save her after she crawled onto the roof
“What we did together...on that terrible day in July is what we are trained to do in Butler County every day: protect and save lives,” the first responders who will join the parade said
Memphis PD Officer Charles H. Cathey, a 37-year veteran of the department, was found unresponsive and taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead
Deputy Swartz overcame life-threatening injuries, including the amputation of his left leg, to return to work and prove that resilience can turn even the toughest challenges into inspiring victories
A New York Times photo captures Officer Chrystian Banuelos carrying an elderly resident to safety
From innovative programs to groundbreaking legislation, these advocates exemplify what it means to “have the six” of officers and their communities
The honorees, including public figures, philanthropists, business leaders and legislators, stand behind law enforcement officers and help them succeed in their mission to protect their communities
Riverside County Deputy Timothy Corlew, assigned to the Jurupa Valley station, was riding in the left lane of the freeway when his motorcycle collided with another car
Officer Zachary Martinez suffered life-threatening injuries in the high-speed collision that claimed Officer Austin Machitar’s life
New York State Police Investigator John Carey died Oct. 24, 2024 at the age of 65; he served with the agency for 32 years
Recipients include four Tennessee officers who responded to the Covenant School shooting and a Nebraska sergeant who saved a woman from a sinking car
“I want to show everybody that I’m here for the team…it’s [about] doing my job at the highest level possible,” San Antonio Officer Rhett Shoquist said
Read author Cynthia Brown’s description of her book, which profiles 15 NYPD heroes
After her home was burglarized and Christmas gifts stolen, an Antioch woman received a surprise from local police officers who replaced the presents
Trooper Clay M. Carns, who was attempting to clear debris from the roadway when he was hit by a vehicle, is survived by his wife and two children
Officer Michael Horan was responding to a report of a man with a gun inside a Food Lion store when he was fatally shot
From a copper-brad bootprint to the final arrest, Morse’s pursuit of Joe Newell, a killer on the run, redefined law enforcement persistence
Most law-abiding citizens proceed with their daily lives without thinking to commend a cop for a job well done
“Chief Wayne Byerley’s leadership, optimism, and unwavering dedication to our community will leave a lasting legacy in Signal Hill,” Mayor Keir Jones said
Ketter survived a harrowing standoff and returned to duty, proving resilience knows no limits
Six-year-old cancer survivor Quinn D’Amico-Valliere, who loves police officers, received a custom police uniform and a $5,000 donation from Cops for Kids with Cancer
When gunshots filled the air, Sgt. Joelle Harrell ran in their direction before coming face-to-face with a bloodied Ricky Pearsall, a wide receiver with the San Francisco 49ers
Many citizens might believe cops are all routine and robotic, but we really do have many human qualities
Sgt. Rick Finley was working part-time with Selmer PD and full-time with the McNairy County Sheriff’s Office when he was attacked and fatally shot by a suspect
A Douglas County deputy helped the Colorado Captain, who travels through the state to support human rights and children’s causes, reach his next stop
A Kennesaw State Police officer was severely burned while helping his fiance escape from their burning home; his department raised money for temporary housing and other needs
Law enforcement officers risk their lives every shift — and these heroic police rescues showcase how officers went above and beyond to save lives this year
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