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“If the police are the people, and the people are the police, this is a week for everyone to embrace.”
“Thanks to the excellent work of our patrol team, the stolen badge has been successfully recovered,” the Yolo County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement
Officer Downey’s wife packed him some freshly baked pumpkin muffins for his patrol shift, so he knew the dog would be intrigued by the tasty treat
Donald Santini’s 39-year run from justice came to a quiet end when deputies led him in handcuffs into a Hillsborough County jail
Southlake & Fort Worth police departments have replaced “cop talk” with a more relaxed approach to communication, all the while still getting the message across
Deputy Jill Constant jumped into the water and held the manatee’s head above water for two hours until wildlife officials arrived to take over the rescue
“Upon arrival, deputies were able to utilize some tools and retrieve the giant nope rope and secure it,” the sheriff’s office said
The deputy saw a torn open baggie on the suspect’s lap with “small white flakes consistent with cocaine scattered across his shorts and on his face and beard”
“It was never our intention to be insensitive, inflammatory, or offensive to anyone,” Villa Rica Police Department said
Officer Candace Kanavel said she plans to use her platform, #YesSheCAN, to promote confidence in women and help them develop situational awareness
The road was shut down while deputies and gator trapper Todd Hardwick wrangled the 250-pound alligator out of the way
“Mom and baby Jack are doing great!” State Police said. “Jack and mom are healthy and appreciative of the outstanding job by our Troopers”
With lawmakers in limbo, I’m betting on cops and communities to win the fight against radicalization
The driver “was kind enough to make us a new access gate to our motor pool,” the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office said
“Myles and his friends were very excited to see the police cars, fire trucks, ambulance and obviously K-9 Tucker!” the department said
“I took my Halloween mask and thought this should be fun,” Chief Mike Thompson said
Watch the video to see how he faired and if he should stick to his day job
Found in the evidence room without a case number, Sgt. Adam Slater created a Facebook post that led to the scrapbook being returned
Dispatchers originally thought the caller was in distress, but realized two people were talking about which items were best to steal
The horse was found grazing on some grass; officer Nicholas Moreno got in the saddle and rode the horse back to its owner
The sharp uptick has been linked to viral videos that teach people how to start cars with USB cables
“Eventually, after much tom foolery, the critter was captured and removed from the freeway,” state police said
With social media accelerating the spread of information, officers are having to find new ways to inform the public during critical incidents
The deputy was fishing when he found the tiny dolphin swimming in circles and struggling to get above water to breathe
More than $14 million has been raised for fallen and wounded first responders through the hub
Regardless of where an incident occurs, agencies invariably face inquiries from community members and the media about their preparedness and response
Two kittens were rescued from a car engine, all while Deputy L. Janezic was still changing a tire in the same parking lot for another citizen
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“The dog was given to an acquaintance of the driver to take care of while the party was in jail. The dog does not face any charges and was let go with just a warning”
The reunion happened nearly two weeks after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Master Deputy Daniel “Red” delivered baby Lexela on Highway 60 in Plant City
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