By Suzie Ziegler
Police1 readers had another busy and eventful year. They took selfies with K-9s, honored fallen heroes, graduated during a pandemic and even did some stargazing. Luckily, they took a moment to capture all the highs and lows.
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1. Patriot on patrol
To honor veterans and the country, the East Troy (Wis.) Police Department wrapped its squad cars in a patriotic theme. The words “We Support Our Troops” adorn each side of the wrap. (Photo/Chief Don Jensen Sr.)
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2. Socially distanced police academy graduation
On October 30, the California Highway Patrol swore in 77 new officers during a socially distanced graduation ceremony at the CHP academy in Sacramento. (Photo/California Highway Patrol)
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3. Remembering Officer Mario Herrera
A Lincoln police cruiser is decorated in honor of Officer Mario Herrera during a night of remembrance for the fallen officer. Herrera died September 7, two weeks after he was shot in the line of duty. (Photo/Nathaniel Grimm)
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4. Lending support to two LA deputies shot in ambush
Hundreds of law enforcement officers in Utah and Nevada signed a pair of thin blue line flags for two Los Angeles deputies who were ambushed while sitting in their patrol vehicle. The flags were delivered to the officers in person. (Photo/Photo/Blue Line Unites Everyone)
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5. Barricaded baby rescue
SWAT officers in Columbus, Ohio, safely retrieve a five-month-old baby from what became a barricade situation after a suspect fled the scene of a domestic violence call. (Photo/Sgt. Redding)
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6. K-9 Wonder
Happy Halloween! K-9 Nicha as Wonder Woman is ready for trick-or-treating. (Photo/Sgt. Stephen Detz)
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7. Stargazing in Colorful Colorado
This breathtaking shot shows a patrol vehicle beneath the Milky Way just outside Westcliffe in southern Colorado. (Photo/Nathan Koury)
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8. In memory and honor
Police Officer Kiehl stands before the Minnesota Peace Officers Memorial in Saint Paul. (Photo/Sgt. Nick Sassor)
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9. Overwatch on the river
In this Photo of the Week, and Indiana SWAT team does maritime training on the Ohio River. A team member conducts overwatch as other team members conduct operations and gain control of a vessel. ⠀ (Photo/Troy McDaniel)
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10. Sunny selfie
Lt. Michael Pope and K-9 Ira pose for a selfie while on duty. (Photo/Lt. Michael Pope)
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