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.
A police advocate challenges the public to speak out against the ongoing assault on the brave men and women who wear the badge
Two boys, 9 and 11, hand out goodie bags to show their support for local first responders
Deputy Anthony Redondo, 25, had been with the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office for less than a year
Bodycam video shows officers descending on the car and wrestling the suspect from the driver’s seat
The retired trooper may have been trying to stop the gunman, who also killed a woman in the incident, authorities said
Pea Ridge officer Kevin Apple died after being struck by a vehicle that was being sought by police
“He did not hesitate,” a witness said. “He heard the gunfire, went to the door and immediately ran in that direction”
The chief also said a “Samaritan,” who was killed as well, had helped prevent further bloodshed
As the deputy spoke with the girl, the teen let go of the railing, but the deputy grabbed her hand before she could fall
“Only reason we’re alive today is because of a police officer,” said one of the eight displaced residents
Officer Gordon Beesley was remembered for his integrity and love of the outdoors
In a short film, Officer Zane Wiseman shares his journey from the hospital bed back to full duty – on the motorcycle unit
Sgt. Erasmo García Torres, 50, had been a member of the force for 30 years
Four friends were driving by the scene when they heard screams coming from the woods
That’s compared to the 46 violent duty deaths in all of 2020
A concerned citizen had called 911 about an elderly man sitting in his car in the sweltering heat
Officials said it was near 100 degrees outside when the migrants were found locked in a U-Haul
Officer Joe Burson shot and killed the suspect as he was being dragged, investigators believe
Officials credited K-9 Kitt for drawing attention away from the officers, two of whom were shot but survived
Under Massachusetts law, drowning isn’t considered a line-of-duty death, which means Officer Enmanuel Familia’s wife would not get his full pension
Half a dozen detectives who worked on the case were involved with fundraising
The House first approved the medal in March but held a second vote to ensure that both chambers passed the identical measure
Winston and Christian Edmondson now work in different cities, but their unbreakable bond makes it feel like they’re on every shift together
Officer Theresa Simon was remembered for her professionalism and hard work
Officer Alexandra Harris, who had just finished her shift, was remembered as compassionate and dedicated
The boy had been reported missing about 30 minutes before officers found him floating in the water
Dashcam video shows the horrific crash and the heroic aftermath
Deputy Bill Smith is credited with helping to save three swimmers from dangerous currents
This is the latest honor for Officer Goodman, who was seen facing down an angry mob in the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6
Sheriff J.E. “Eddie” Guerra said he was inspired by Adan’s strength and courage in his battle with cancer
Deputy Lucero and Sergeant Ortega swam out to the man, eventually reaching him despite the violent surf
Officer Casey Ramstead, who’s a licensed paramedic, can be seen cradling the baby and slapping his back to clear the airway