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.
Whether it be for a little stress relief from the job or a life-long passion, officers are picking up the microphone for their chance at stardom
Donna Brown’s books aim to create a positive perception of law enforcement and highlight the heroism of our nation’s officers
“With great power comes great responsibility ...”
Vincent Parks, 38, had joined the Jonesboro Police Department one month ago
Killed in the crash were Undersheriff Larry Koren, Lt. Fred Beers, Deputy Michael Levison and county Fire and Rescue Department Specialist Matthew King
The number of firearm and traffic-related fatalities has increased, according to NLEOMF’s mid-year report
Read about a cop’s savvy crisis response, a heartbreaking friendship and more from this week’s news
Officer Jorge David Alvarado Jr. was fatally shot while conducting a traffic stop earlier this year
The heart-wrenching moment of the man’s rescue was caught on the deputy’s body camera
Officers Loren Courts and Amanda Hudgens became quick friends after meeting in the police academy
The local police chief says he’s grateful to work in such a supportive community
Corian Evans jumped in to help after an officer went under water while bringing one girl to shore
“My concern was not about my safety. We just had to do what we had to do,” said Deputy Nicolas Reynolds
An unconscious driver trapped in a flooded vehicle was saved by a deputy and concerned citizens
Officer Julia Caldwell suffered a serious respiratory injury, but she says it was worth it
Read about pair of unconventional rookies, a gut-wrenching loss and more from this week’s news
“The city was robbed of a great police officer,” said Chief James White. “We should all be outraged”
Deputy Jeff Hermanson, 45, had been with the Saunders County Sheriff’s Office since 2001
Three officers battle intense heat and broken glass as flames fill the vehicle
Officer Walter Broussard, 62, served with the UC Davis Police Department for over 24 years
Bryan Ede, a former Detroit officer, parked an ice cream truck down the street from Cold Truth Soft Serve
A second-generation Detroit police officer, Loren Courts, 40, was married with children
Jeffrey Richardson, 35, was directing traffic on a contract job when he was hit
Kelly Fisher Goodwin described the police academy as one of the most challenging things she has ever done
Sgt. John Williams, 59, was the agency’s longest-serving sergeant
Authorities described the tragedy as a “tactical ambush” with “a field of fire of over 200 yards”
Catherine Albera was one of the first two female officers sworn into the NYPD
Brad Johnson, 32, was mortally wounded after he and another deputy were shot this week
Two officers and a K-9 were killed at the scene and a third officer died of his wounds in the hospital
Thousands came out Thursday to pay their respects. Sgt. Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana were fatally shot on June 14
Read about a challenging rescue, a sheriff’s thoughts on red flag laws and more from this week’s news
The fact that David Pouler is missing the lower part of his left leg didn’t slow him down as a firefighter for 12 years or as a police officer
Our monthly roundup of cops doing good across the nation
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