Officer Adopts Abused Siblings After Investigating Their Case
Right when Jody Thompson laid eyes on the shivering 8-year-old boy, he knew he wanted to protect him for the rest of his days.
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Texas Enshrines "Sandra Bland Act" as Law After Police Encounter
After the death of Sandra Bland became a controversial example of police force, Texas lawmakers passed a bill that will hopefully prevent future incidents.
Cop Hailed For Stopping India's Presidential Convoy in Favor of Passing Ambulance
Though it may seem like a simple gesture, Indian police are often under pressure to show preferential treatment to politicians – this cop, however, did not.
Parking Officer Takes Pity on Driver After Finding Note in Windshield
This note is a perfect example of law enforcement valuing good decision making over issuing punishments.
Pit Bull on the Verge of Euthanization Given 2nd Chance by Police
This pawsitively precious pit bull was about to be euthanized – that is, until he became the best narcotics pup in his class.
Son of Brazilian Immigrants Given Highest U.S. Medal for Bravery
David Bailey is a first responder who was given the Medal of Valor – one of the highest possible honors – for his heroic actions in Alexandria.
UPDATE: After Cop Buys His Stolen Job Interview Outfit, Youth Lands Position
This youngster was just trying to turn his life around and help provide for his family – and now, thanks to a compassionate cop, he can.
Airplane Passenger Helps Arrest Child Predators After Glancing at Their Text Messages
If this hawk-eyed passenger hadn't spotted the explicit text messages being sent by the man in front of her, two kids may have become the victims of abuse.
Cop Buys Shirt and Tie For Shoplifter Preparing For Job Interview
This Toronto police officer believes that everyone should get a second chance – especially young shoplifters who are just trying to turn their lives around.
Carjacker Flags Down Police and Surrenders After Realizing Child is in the Vehicle
Even though he knew he would face jail time for his morality, this 23-year-old realized that he had accidentally kidnapped a young boy and immediately turned himself in.
Record Low Number of Police Officers Killed in 2017
2017 experienced the second lowest amount of police officers killed in the line of duty – and analysts are hoping that the number will continue to fall.
New York is On the Right Path: Number of People in Jail Falls to Lowest Since 1982
The continuously declining rates of New York City crime has resulted in the lowest amount of prisoners being held behind bars in 35 years.
Dark Web Dealers Voluntarily Ban Deadly Fentanyl
This is the first time that online traffickers have effectively banned a drug from dark web marketplaces.
Quick-Thinking Gas Station Cashier Saves Kidnapping Victim by Locking Her in the Store's Bathroom
The cashier knew that if she led the kidnappers to believe anything was wrong, they would take off – so she played it cool instead.
When Cops See Boy Wearing Torn, Dirty Socks, They Return With New Shoes and Ice Pops
The cops, who were only identified as "Sergeant Modest and Officer Bashful", went above and beyond for a young shoeless boy in the park.
Town's Compassionate Approach Cuts Rates of Overdose by More Than Half - State to Adopt It
In less than a year since they implemented their "compassion-based" followup initiative, this town is experiencing fewer overdoses than ever.
Police Officer Finally Gets Ice Cream Truck So He Can Give Away Free 'Copsicles'
These cops can now use an ice cream truck to build closer ties to the community and reach out with compassion following distressing events.
Women Sew Dozens of 'Rescue Quilts' for Young Trauma Victims So Police Can Comfort on Call
This group has already surged past their original goal - and they don't plan on stopping any time soon.
US Supreme Court Rules That Police Will Need a Warrant for Cell Phone Location Data
The US Supreme Court passed a historic ruling on Friday, stating that it is unconstitutional for police to access personal cell data without a warrant.
Police Officer Praised for Answering 911 Call to Save Missing Teddy Bear for Boy With Autism
When a 12-year-old boy with autism was frantic to find his missing teddy bear, this compassionate cop was more than happy to help to answer his call.
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