The Chattanooga Fire Department sadly announced the line-of-duty death of the most senior members of their department, Captain George Turley, 58, served 31 years in the CFD and to say that he was well-liked and respected by his fellow firefighters. He was on duty Saturday (12/14/24) and doing his daily workout in the gym in the apparatus bay by the fire truck when he suffered a medical emergency. Members of his crew found him unresponsive, called 911 and initiated CPR. Captain Turley was rushed to the hospital where life-saving efforts continued, but ultimately and tragically, he passed away.

Rest Easy Brother. Prayers for his family of red and blood. 🙏🏻

Bus drivers in Los Angeles on that FAFO. Only a matter of time.

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💙 Mental Health Monday: Suicide Prevention in Law Enforcement 💙

The suicide rate in law enforcement is alarming—on average, an officer dies by suicide every day in the U.S. The pressure, the trauma, and the lack of mental health resources contribute to this devastating crisis.

👉 How to help:

* Recognize the signs of distress: withdrawal, irritability, and talk of hopelessness.
* Start the conversation: Open up and let your fellow officers know you care.
* Reach out for help: There are resources and peer support programs available.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. You matter. Your life is valuable, and help is available when you need it.

Need help?
📲 Text "988" for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
📲 Text "741741" for Law Enforcement Officers in Crisis

NEW: Helicopter crash at Round Portreo Road near U.S. Mexico border.

CalFire has confirmed that a helicopter crashed at the end of Round Potrero Road near the U.S.-Mexico border Monday morning.

The fire agency also confirmed one person died at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

The fatal accident was reported shortly before 11:30 a.m. off Round Potrero Road, north of state Route 94 and south of Barrett Lake in Potrero, according to Cal Fire.

https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/helicopter-crash-near-us-mexico-border/509-aba11a02-caf7-4576-957f-494814cb572d

An officer with the California Highway Patrol was hospitalized following a rollover crash on the 105 Freeway early Monday morning.

The crash happened at around 3 a.m. on the eastbound 105 Freeway at Wilmington Avenue in Willowbrook.

Debris was seen all scattered across the road and the CHP patrol car was upside down.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏻

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/chp-officer-injured-rollover-crash-willowbrook/3583523/

The Polk County Sheriff's Office sadly announced the death of 32-year-old Gregory Maynard, a dual-certified deputy sheriff who died at his home yesterday. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers. 🙏🏻

Sheriff Judd said “Deputy Maynard’s death is such a tragedy. Our thoughts, prayers, and support are with his family, friends, and coworkers. We are making sure Greg’s coworkers have access to both peer and professional counseling. I encourage anyone who may have feelings of self-harm to reach out for help.“

https://tinyurl.com/8eyx65mx

⚠️ If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the United States at 988 or visit their website at http://988lifeline.org

A stunning series of revelations about Captain Michael Byrd, the Capitol Police officer who shot and killed unarmed Ashli Babbitt on January 6, 2021, is bound to inflame further tensions about the “insurrection” that occurred on that date.

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/cop-who-killed-ashli-babbitt-had-long-disciplinary-history-tried-to-enrich-himself-from-jan-6-insurrection

UPDATE: CBP confirms one of their agents was killed in a helicopter crash near the border in San Diego County today.

CBP statement:

“On December 16, a CBP Air and Marine Operations aircraft on a border security mission was involved in an aviation mishap in the vicinity of Potrero, California. Tragically, a CBP Air Interdiction Agent - the pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft - was pronounced deceased at the scene. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.”

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Prayers for the family. 🙏🏻 Patrolling the border is a dangerous job.

Pacific palisades - BMW M3 speeds into a curb and flips over. Reckless driving in LA

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Sergeant Huber retired from the Delaware State Police retired after 27 years of service. Well done Brother.

Join us as we remember and reflect upon the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their community. 💙

This year’s Blue Light Ceremony will be held at the Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., with check-in beginning at 5:00 p.m. The Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory is located at 71-100 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270.

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PGD and the Charlotte County Airport Authority are honoring CCSO Corporal Elio Diaz by lighting our air traffic control tower in blue until he is laid to rest. We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Diaz, who was tragically killed in the line of duty.

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is a strong airport partner, and we want them to know our hearts and prayers are with Corporal Diaz's family and the entire organization during this difficult time.

'Why are you messing with me for smoking fentanyl?' The tough task of policing MacArthur Park.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-12-14/column-why-are-you-messing-with-me-for-smoking-fentanyl-the-tough-task-of-policing-macarthur-park

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

An NYPD officer was issuing a driver a summons shortly before 6 p.m. on Sunday at Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, when the man fled the traffic stop.

As he drove away, his white BMW struck the officer.

The injured cop was transported to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County in stable condition.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏻

https://www.audacy.com/1010wins/news/local/nypd-officer-struck-by-driver-in-brooklyn-traffic-stop

Connecticut: A police officer suffered serious injuries early Monday morning in a crash that killed another person, according to West Haven police.

At around 2:20 a.m., a Hyundai Elantra was speeding on Derby Avenue when it lost control on icy roads, causing it to go off the road. It spun sideways in the parking lot of a Citgo gas station and hit a parked police cruiser.

Police said the officer was observing traffic when it was hit. The police officer suffered a serious head injury, according to police. The other driver also suffered serious injuries.

The passenger of the Hyundai was taken to a hospital, where police said he died from his injuries. Police have not yet released his name and age.

The officer and other driver are both expected to recover from their injuries, police said.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for their recovery. 🙏🏻

https://trib.al/GSQVo6Q

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$1 million, no convictions: New L.A. D.A. to fire Gascón’s police shootings prosecutor.

Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman says he intends to terminate the contract of a special prosecutor that George Gascón hired to reopen investigations into fatal police shootings, a move that could shake up high-profile cases that involve controversial killings by officers.

Read more: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-12-16/hochman-to-fire-special-prosecutor-gascon-police-shootings