Officer Down Memorial Podcast

Working with survivor families and agencies to share the true stories of heroes lost in the Line of Duty and to honor our heroes who serve. Never Forgotten!

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THE LAURENCE DOTEN STORY
EOW - Aug 24th, 1930

Excited to finally get this story released this Tuesday morning. I've been working with one of his grandsons and granddaughter along with a Bob Tuttle, retired agent from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. His family has shared a bunch of amazing photos that you can view now on his memorial page here: https://t.co/6NEAxYpKtX

Thank you to Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for helping us produce this amazing fallen hero story.

Story available online on his memorial page or anywhere you get your podcasts Tuesday morning at 5am!

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REMEMBERING CHIEF GREGORY LANGE
EOW July 5th, 1988

In the small town of Claremont, Minnesota, Chief Greg Lange was more than just the local police chief—he was a mentor, a protector, and a friend. In a community of just over 500 people, Greg's home was often a safe haven for kids who had nowhere else to go after school. He was the kind of person everyone knew and trusted.
Late on the night of July 4, 1988, after a long holiday weekend, a frantic knock on Greg's door shattered the quiet. A young woman reported a domestic assault in progress at a nearby home—a residence Greg knew well from previous calls.

Without hesitation, he responded.

What awaited him was a brutal ambush by two brothers. Chief Lange was beaten and murdered, but his actions that night ultimately saved the lives of a young mother and her 5-month-old daughter.

More than three decades later, Greg's sacrifice is still remembered throughout southeastern Minnesota. In 2025, the man convicted of murdering Chief Lange appeared before the Minnesota Parole Board for his fifth parole hearing after serving 37 years of a life sentence.

Learn the full story of Chief Greg Lange's life, service, and sacrifice on his memorial page https://t.co/Y6R31Av0mw
This episode is sponsored by our friends at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.

​​WARNING: This podcast may contain violent content and strong language that may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7 from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 988 on your cell phone or 1-800-273-TALK. Help is just a phone call away.

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Remembering Allen Lloyd today. Please remember, freedom is not free. Have a safe and happy 4th of July everyone.

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REMEMBERING SHERIFF JOSEPH ROGERS
EOW JUNE 26th, 1896

More than a century ago, a young Minnesota sheriff named Joseph Rogers was serving the people of McLeod County. Respected by his community and only two years into his tenure as sheriff, he found himself tasked with tracking down the men responsible for a brutal attack on a local couple and the assault of an unsuspecting farmer.

What followed was a deadly manhunt that ended in a gun battle Sheriff Rogers would not survive.

But his death was only the beginning.

As news spread, anger and outrage swept through the community. Despite the efforts of local officials, area law enforcement leaders, and even the Governor of Minnesota, events spiraled out of control. Before the chapter finally closed, two more men would lose their lives, leaving behind one of the most dramatic and controversial episodes in Minnesota law enforcement history.

Learn the story of Sheriff Joseph Rogers and the events that shook McLeod County on his memorial page: https://t.co/xXpwBqAZds

Research for this episode was made possible through the outstanding work of retired McLeod County Sheriff Scott Rehmann and his book, The Midnight Gavel of Judge Lynch.

This episode is sponsored by our friends at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.

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Sometimes the best discoveries happen completely by accident.

As we've been researching the story of U.S. Immigration Inspector Laurence Doten, who was killed in the line of duty in 1930, we've spent the past week digging through records, newspapers, and family history while connecting with his surviving relatives.

Then came a surprise we never saw coming...

We discovered that my sister-in-law is actually Laurence Doten's great-niece!

What are the odds? After all these years, and completely by chance, a family connection to this story was sitting right in front of us.

It's moments like these that make researching these fallen heroes so rewarding. Every story seems to uncover another unexpected connection to the people and communities we serve.

We're excited to continue working on Laurence's story and look forward to sharing it soon on the Officer Down Memorial Podcast. Also thanks as always to Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for being a huge supporter of our mission and these survivor families!

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29 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK THE Minnesota State Patrol LOST ONE OF IT'S FINEST - TROOPER TIM BOWE / EOW 06-07-1997

Trooper Tim Bowe was a cop everyone loved—a dedicated public servant, trusted friend, and devoted husband and father. Known to many as "Timmy," he was respected for his kindness, compassion, and willingness to help anyone in need. In June 1997, Trooper Tim Bowe, a Corporal with the Minnesota State Patrol, responded to assist Chisago County deputies after a disturbance with a firearm at a secluded rural property. In the early morning hours, Tim and three deputies parked their squads and quietly walked nearly three-quarters of a mile into the darkness toward the residence. As they approached a vehicle believed to contain the suspect, the man suddenly sat up and opened fire. Tim was struck by a single gunshot and would succumb to his injuries about an hour later. Trooper Bowe served the Minnesota State Patrol for 15 years. He left behind his wife, Denise, a 6-year-old daughter, Alana, and a 9-month-old son, Colin. His death devastated his family, stunned the law enforcement community, and left an entire state mourning the loss of a man remembered for his kindness, compassion, and willingness to help others. Twenty-nine years later, his story and sacrifice are still remembered. In this episode, family and fellow deputies who were there help us tell his heroic story.

Learn more about Trooper Tim Bowe's story on his memorial page at https://t.co/cmJln9ktDm or listen wherever you get your podcasts. This episode is sponsored by Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.(LELS).

WARNING - Strong language and violent content may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7 from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 988 on your cell phone or 1-800-273-TALK. Help is just a phone call away.

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REMEMBERING ALLEN LLOYD THIS MEMORIAL DAY
While many officers featured on the podcast served our country before beginning careers in law enforcement, one of these stories is different — it’s the story of a young man who dreamed of becoming a law enforcement officer but never made it home.
Allen Richard Lloyd grew up in southeast Minnesota and graduated from high school in 1967. He had hopes of pursuing a career in law enforcement and had expressed interest in joining the highway patrol. In 1969, Allen was drafted into the United States Army and deployed to Vietnam in July 1970.
Those who knew Allen remember him as someone who loved to laugh, joke around, and enjoy life. One of his greatest treasures was his 1957 Chevrolet. During his military service, Allen excelled, rising to the rank of Sergeant while serving as a Green Beret with Command and Control North, 5th Special Forces Group.
On February 18, 1971, Allen and his team were forced to abort a reconnaissance mission after coming under enemy fire. As they were being extracted from the western side of the A Shau Valley in Thua Thien Province, South Vietnam, Allen was attached to a three-strap extraction rig beneath a Bell Iroquois Utility Helicopter (UH-1H). During takeoff, the helicopter was struck by anti-aircraft fire and crashed.
With the help of fellow soldiers, friends, and family members, this episode shares Allen’s story — his life, his sacrifice, the circumstances surrounding his loss in war, and the ongoing efforts to bring his remains home.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the service and sacrifice of Sergeant Allen Richard Lloyd. You can listen to his story and see many photos shared on his memorial page at https://t.co/VNvg0U7gyR

Never forget what Memorial Day is truly about — honoring the men and women who gave their lives serving our country and defending our freedom.

Freedom is never free.

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REMEMBERING SERGEANT LLOYD FEIND
EOW 02/27/1976
Today we released the newest episode of the Officer Down Memorial Podcast — The Lloyd Feind Story.
50 years ago Sergeant Lloyd Feind served the people of Rochester, Minnesota with compassion, kindness, and a true heart for community policing. Standing 6-foot-4, Lloyd could appear intimidating at first glance, but family, friends, and fellow officers remember him as a gentle giant who treated everyone with respect. He was the kind of officer who stopped to talk with people, stayed involved in his church and neighborhood, and believed relationships mattered just as much as enforcement.
While working the overnight shift in February of 1976, Lloyd suffered a heart attack inside the department’s communications center. He was transported to Saint Marys Hospital, where he later suffered a second heart attack and passed away.
Lloyd left behind his wife and three children. His youngest daughter, Renee, was just 14 years old when her father died. In this episode, Renee helps share Lloyd’s story — along with the important lessons it still carries today about stress, heart disease, wellness, and the silent toll this profession can take on those who serve.
His service and sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten.
Learn more about Lloyd’s life, service, and the lasting impact of his story by visiting his memorial page to view incredible family photos and access the link to listen to the full episode.
https://t.co/LSaImLgo4j
Thank you to our Minnesota sponsor Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for helping us bring you this hero's story.

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NATION POLICE WEEK

These are just some of the fallen heroes whose stories have been featured on the Officer Down Memorial Podcast. Each name represents a life of service, sacrifice, and a family forever changed.

If you know of a fallen law enforcement officer whose story deserves to be remembered, we invite you to submit their information to us here:
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Out of respect for the families and agencies involved, we generally only consider stories that are 10 years old or older, and only when survivor families are ready to share. Over the years, many families have told us that sharing their loved one’s story has been a positive and therapeutic experience.

During National Police Week, we encourage everyone to learn about the fallen heroes from their own communities and to attend a local or state law enforcement memorial service this week. Your support means more than you know — not only to the men and women who continue to serve, but especially to the families left behind by our fallen heroes.

Remember. Honor. Tell Their Stories.

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Step inside their story....
Listen to the extended trailer of the Officer Down Memorial Podcast and experience how each episode brings you back in time—into the life, service, and sacrifice of a fallen hero.

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REMEMBERING JOHN LIEBENSTEIN
EOW 05/03/1996

40 year old Deputy John Liebenstein had served the Rice County Sheriff’s Office for nine years and was on his lunch break at home when he heard about a high speed pursuit on his scanner heading towards Rice County on I35 from the Twin Cities. John immediately responded and stationed his unmarked squad car at the top of Interstate 35's County Road 1 exit ramp.

It was at this intersection that a 17 year old driver in a stolen Lincoln Continental being pursued by other officers rammed John's squad car at 90 mph, ending the pursuit, and ending John's life. The teen was sentenced to life in prison and the Liebenstein family was sentenced to a life without their hero.

John was survived by his wife, Jean, and the couple’s three children. You can learn more about his story on his memorial page:
https://t.co/2LtDFQPMr2
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It's been 30 years since we lost John. Thank you to LLaw Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.for sponsoring this episode and helping us ensure John's service and sacrifice is never forgotten!

WARNING: Violent content may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised.

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REMEMBERING JOSEPH BERGERON
EOW 05/01/2010

16 years ago Joseph Bergeron, at the begining of his shift, was advised of an armed carjacking and responded to help find the suspects. While searching he came across two young men on a walking trail. This brief encounter resulted in his senseless murder and a manhunt that would end in another officer hurt, one of the two cop killers shot and killed, and a community in mourning. Joe's family and retired St. Paul Police Officer Dave Longbehn (the officer who was injured and killed the suspect) help tell his story on the podcast. Sadly, Joe was just months away from retirement and left behind his wife Gail and 13 year old twin daughters Allie and Sam.

Joe was a hero, not because of how he died that day, but because how he lived - because of the kind, caring, compassionate person he was and how he selflessly served his community.

You can learn more about Joe's story here on his Memorial Page: https://t.co/02HISwzmat

Thank you to Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for helping us ensure Joe's service and sacrifice is never forgotten.

WARNING - Violent content and strong language may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7 from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 988 on your cell phone or 1-800-273-TALK. Help is just a phone call away.

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Here’s a short clip from Red Wing Officers Down from the Officer Down Memorial Podcast. Listen to the full episode—and many more—at https://t.co/O0f7CYyS72 or wherever you get your podcasts. Help us ensure this hero is NEVER FORGOTTEN! 🖤💙🖤

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Here’s a short clip from the Matthew Hamilton Story from the Officer Down Memorial Podcast. Listen to the full episode—and many more—at https://t.co/O0f7CYyS72 or wherever you get your podcasts. 🖤💙🖤#neverforgotten

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THE ROBERT MORAVEC STORY
EOW - 04/27/1956

In 1956, law enforcement in Le Sueur County looked very different than it does today. At that time, the entire sheriff’s office was made up of just two men—Sheriff Pat W. Smith Sr., and one deputy: Robert “Bob” Moravec. Bob Moravec was more than just a deputy. A proud Marine Corps veteran, he had served his country before joining the sheriff’s office in 1948. Known throughout the community for his character and presence, Bob was widely respected—a local hero in every sense. He was also an exceptional athlete, having played football for the Quantico Marines Devil Dogs and even earning an invitation to try out for the New York Giants.

But in the early morning hours of April 27th, 1956.....

(read the rest of his bio, see several pictures shared by his family, and listen to his story today on his Memorial Page: https://t.co/JFm6MJXmha )

We would like to thank Le Sueur County Sheriff Brett Mason for helping us with this story along with Bob's daughter Sharon.

Also a big thank you to Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for helping sponsor this episode.

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I'm honored to have been recently re-elected to serve my 5th term as a Board of Director for the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association (LEMA) at their annual banquet. This has been one of the most emotional, fullfilling, and meaningful organizations I've ever been involved with - helping honor fallen heroes across the state and supporting Minnesota's law enforcement survivor families left behind. One of the most amazing groups of people I've ever served along side. Thank you to MN LEMA for the honor and opportunity. Scott

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HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE PODCAST - I had someone ask how they could make a donation to the podcast and advised me that our support link was offline and unavailable. I'm not sure how long the donation link has been down, but it is back up and working again. If you are interested in supporting the Officer Down Memorial Podcast, you can click the link below to find out how you can donate. Thank you for supporting our fallen hero stories and helping us ensure their service and sacrifice is never forgotten. Any size donation will help us continue this important mission. Thank you in advance for your consideration and support! Scott Rose

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