Fred Wheezy wasn’t your average cat—he was an honorary member of law enforcement who proved that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Born on the streets of Brooklyn and adopted by Deputy District Attorney Carol Moran, Fred overcame severe illness to become an unlikely yet invaluable part of a sting operation that brought down an unlicensed veterinarian.

Recognized for his contributions, Fred was awarded the prestigious Law Enforcement Achievement Award, standing proudly alongside officers who had faced danger head-on. His tenacity and spirit embodied the resilience and determination that law enforcement represents.

Fred’s story reminds us that the call to serve and protect knows no boundaries, and his impact will always be remembered by those who had the honor of working alongside him.

“This run will honor one last time EVERY hero who Zechariah has personally honored in the 5 years that he has dedicated himself to this mission and will be a final sendoff to those heroes as he hands the mission over to the next set of leaders who will carry the mission forward.”

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/wonder-kid-whos-been-running-to-honor-fallen-leos-since-2019-is-set-to-run-last-mile

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BREAKING! Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has died.

Chip Carter, a son of the former president, said his father died about 3:40 p.m. on Sunday in his Plains home. #RIP

Detective Patricia (Pattye) Harper has retired from the Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office, Virginia, said she served in law enforcement for 25 years. Well done Sister.

The Democrats are trying to reach out to younger Americans via content, video games, movies, and live streams with WOKE and DEI narratives that are often anti-American.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/twitch-wokeism-and-the-democratic-partys-fight-for-americas-youth

Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to serving this country. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. May he Rest in Peace.

JD Vance

Corrections Officer Andrew Lansing passed away as a result of his injuries sustained in “an inmate assault,” at the Ross Correctional Institution.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/ohio-corrections-officer-killed-by-inmate-in-prison-yard-assalt-on-christmas-day-prisoner-attacked-him-brutally

“The plane crashed because of a bird strike”

The Menomonie Police Department Department, Wisconsin, sadly announced the unexpected off duty death of Officer Sam Miller.

Officer Miller served with the Menomonie Police Department since January of 2024, and had prior law enforcement experience starting in 2014 with the Pepin County Sheriff’s Department, Durand Police Department, Boyceville Police Department, and the Dunn County Sheriff’s Department.

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

Arizona: The Horton Fire has grown to 1,074 acres in the Tonto National Forest. Crews conducted some firing Ops yesterday to keep the fire West of Forest Road 76.

This brought containment of the wildfire to 17%. More firing Ops are expected today. Handlines and dozer lines have been put in place.

Southwest IMT 1 will in-brief today and take over the fire. Temps are in the 50s and RH is expected to fall below 20% in the coming days. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire. 🙏 There are 169 personnel on the fire.

The Hotshot Wake Up

Lidia Curanaj: "We're living in a world where things that were clearly right are now being painted as wrong, and the media is playing a large role in this disconnect."

The energy of 69-year-old Angus Young from AC/DC.🕺

His plan is simple: use the resources at his disposal to quickly and swiftly conduct nationwide mass deportations to make America safe again. Although he has his critics, he has supporters too - like us at Law Enforcement Today.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/tom-homan-to-run-a-successful-mass-deportation-campaign-the-leos-need-something-from-you

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The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, Texas sadly announced the death of Deputy Lesley Wade, 24. At approximately 9:00AM, Deputy L. Wade was involved in a two-vehicle crash and succumbed to her injuries after a hard fight.

Rest Easy Sister. Prayers for her family of blue and blood. 🙏🏻

Darwin Award news: Across California 🤕🛠⚙🤬

Officer Christian Carpenter has retired from the California Highway Patrol after 22 years of service. Well done Brother.

My Pursuit Recap of 2024 is here.

2024 was a crazy year! I and everyone else thank the scanner accounts for scanning and the L.A news stations that make pursuit watching possible (credits at the end)

I hope everyone can enjoy this years recap like how I did.

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The Knox County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee, sadly announced the death of K9 Roky .

He and his partner Rusty protected the citizens of Knox County together for 7 exciting years. During this time Rusty had major surgery, which would have retired many officers, but he was determined to finish what he and Roky started.

Prayers for his partner, their family and the agency. 🙏🏻