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Celebrating 40 years of C.O.P.S.: A survivor’s story in her own words

Listen to Molly Winters recount her transformative journey with C.O.P.S., from grieving widow of a fallen law enforcement officer to passionate advocate

Watch and listen as Molly Winters shares her profound journey of loss, resilience and advocacy. In this heartfelt video, Molly recounts the tragic day her husband, Muncie (Ind.) Police Department Officer Gregg Winters, was fatally shot, and how the support from the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) helped her transform grief into a mission to aid others. Discover how Molly moved from a place of despair to becoming a pillar of strength for the law enforcement community, serving as the national president of C.O.P.S. and guiding other survivors through their darkest hours.

Explore the full depth of Molly’s courageous story below.

Molly Winters’ journey with C.O.P.S. as a widow of a fallen LEO showcases her transformation from tragedy to advocacy, highlighting the organization’s role in her life

Sarah Calams, who previously served as associate editor of FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com, is the senior editor of Police1.com and Corrections1.com. In addition to her regular editing duties, Sarah delves deep into the people and issues that make up the public safety industry to bring insights and lessons learned to first responders everywhere.

Sarah graduated with a bachelor’s degree in news/editorial journalism at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. Have a story idea you’d like to discuss? Send Sarah an email or reach out on LinkedIn.