National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)

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National President Patrick Yoes sent a letter to Representatives Figures and Ezell in support of H.R. 10551, the “Public Service Educational Assistance Act."

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Some calls take time to leave your head. Give yourself space to come down from the adrenaline and return to being yourself.
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The National Fraternal Order of Police regrets to report that as of midnight on 30 September, there have been 241 officers shot in the line of duty in 2026. Of those officers shot 23 of them were killed.

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When your antlers get tangled in a hammock, call the police.

North Canton Police officers rescued a buck after finding its antlers caught in a hammock, giving this unexpected situation a much happier ending.

Protecting and serving comes in all shapes, sizes, and species.

#NorthCantonPolice #AnimalRescue #LawEnforcement #OfficerLife #FOPStrong

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For you, it may be another call. For them, it may be the moment they needed someone to show up. Never underestimate what your presence can mean.

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Sometimes the smallest moments make the biggest impact.

At the Puyallup Fair, a Deaf child met a CODA police officer who took the time to sign with him and answer all his questions.

For his family, it was more than a quick interaction. It was a chance for him to feel understood, included, and comfortable asking questions.

Thank you for taking the time to make that connection.

#CommunityPolicing #SignLanguage #DeafCommunity #LawEnforcement #FOPStrong

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For the plot, the paperwork, and everything in between.

POV: Law enforcement edition. Part 3.

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Four different students. Four Teacher of the Week selections. One Grapevine Police SRO.

Grapevine High School varsity football students recently received an extra jersey to present to a teacher who has made an impact on them. SRO Hale was selected by four different students, earning the honor four times.

For a school resource officer, being recognized by students in this way says something about the relationships built long after the classroom bell rings.

Congratulations to SRO Hale on a well-earned honor.

Source: Grapevine Police Department, used for informational purposes.

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Experience teaches you when to speak, when to listen, when to slow things down, and when to simply let someone be heard.
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Some of the most meaningful work happens quietly, without cameras or recognition. It still matters.
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The alarm goes off. The uniform goes on. And then the day unfolds.

There’s no script for what comes next.

Follow Deputy Whittaker through a day on the job, one timestamp at a time.

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Just a little appreciation for the different ways the job can look.

POV: Law enforcement edition. Part 2.

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The Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police was represented at the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association Fall Training in Norwood, bringing the FOP perspective to a room of more than 400 chiefs and command officers.

Massachusetts FOP Vice President Rich Shailor spent the day speaking with law enforcement leaders alongside attorneys Scott Dunlap and Austin Joyce.

Events like this provide an opportunity for members of the FOP to connect with law enforcement leadership from across the state, share perspectives and strengthen relationships across the profession.

And, of course, no Massachusetts law enforcement event would be complete without giving the cakes some credit, too.

Source: Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police, used for informational purposes.

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Remember the people who gave you patience when you were learning. Someone coming up behind you needs that same patience now.
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A surprise visit from family makes training day a little more special.

Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Roy Lopez stopped by the Phoenix Police Academy to surprise his uncle, Officer Gomez, a defensive tactics instructor.

With a long family history at Phoenix PD, Roy grew up seeing the meaning of service firsthand. Now he gets to cheer on the next generation of officers in his own family.

#PhoenixPolice #ArizonaCardinals #LawEnforcement #PoliceFamily #FOPStrong

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Your community counts on you. Your partners count on you. The people waiting for you at home count on you, too.
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The votes are in, and Bolt is officially the goodest boy.

Meet TSA’s reigning 2026 Cutest Canine, a German Shorthaired Pointer from DFW who apparently brings 100% focus and 110% silliness to the job.

Congratulations, Bolt. The title is well deserved.

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For the ones who have ever thought, “I could totally do that.”

POV: Law enforcement edition. Part 1.

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A store employee flagged down Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputies during a theft in progress at Smart & Final on September 16.

Deputies followed the investigation to a nearby vehicle, where they located two additional suspects along with stolen property. Surveillance footage from the store showed the three individuals working together during the theft.

All three were ultimately arrested on suspicion of organized retail theft, conspiracy and other theft-related charges.

A quick call for help turned into a coordinated investigation and three arrests.

Right place. Right time.

Source: Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Rancho Santa Margarita Police Services, used for informational purposes.

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Being affected by something difficult doesn't make you less capable. It means you're human, and being human is not a weakness.
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