Search and Rescue
Law enforcement officers risk their lives every shift — and these heroic police rescues showcase how officers went above and beyond to save lives this year
When you’re on an operation and you can only take what you can carry, what do you choose?
The court determines the permissibility of a warrant that allowed for the search of a cloud account with no time limitation
Christopher Police Department body camera video shows fire erupting from a second-story window just before the roof gives way, briefly trapping a firefighter
The boy had fallen into the lock, which had a tall concrete wall preventing him from climbing out, when he attempted to walk his bike across a narrow wall
“These two officers didn’t even think twice about going into that house and pulling that woman out,” Johnstown Deputy Chief Mark Britton said
“I’m thinking ... I can just bring it around and do a cattle drive, but for deer and just use the [propeller wind] or the drone to motivate them,” Green Lake PD Detective Josh Ward
“She was the kidnapping victim, who had been with this suspect for over a month on the run,” Kansas Highway Patrol stated. “Thankfully the men were taken into custody”
“[This] rescue is a testament to the power of collaboration, advanced technology, and the unwavering dedication of our law enforcement and emergency response teams,” PD Chief James Floyd said
The driver struck the Rowlett Police officer’s cruiser from behind; the officer broke the vehicle’s front window and pulled the man out after the vehicle caught on fire
"[Warren Police Officer Jacob Brooklier] took charge, placing the child in a rescue position, and initiating chest compressions,” the department stated
“Officer Allatt showed bravery, strength and composure throughout the duration of the call,” the Bridgewater Police Department said. “[His] swift actions saved the life of the driver”
“A SERT member located fresh footprints in the snow...” Mass. State Police said. “[A K-9] joined SERT members in a thorough search, following footprints...for more than 90 minutes”
Saratoga Springs police and neighbors strained to pull a 1,300 pound horse named Sly from a hole in the icy pond
The 55-year-old man struggled to stay afloat for at least 20 minutes before Port St. Lucie Officer Ryan Lodwick found him and deployed a life preserver
Chandler Officer Brian Larison said he made a split-second decision to take an alternate route to work, which is how he ended up at the scene
“With an atmospheric river bringing relentless wind and rain, conditions were far from ideal, but that didn’t stop Monterey County Search and Rescue,” the team posted on Facebook
“We assumed he was here to try the clam pizza but I can’t confirm that, we’re just happy he’s safe,” New Haven Police Department Officer Christian Bruckhart said
“It brings strength to me seeing the people that had the strength to come and get me when I had zero strength,” Natalee Cramer said
“I lost my daughter many years ago, and I wish she could be here,” Cincinnati PD Officer Newman said. “…There are angels looking over us…there’s an angel for you.”
Pasadena Police officers banged on doors — and in at least one case broke down a door — to find and wake residents and get them to safety, the footage showed
West Long Branch Patrolman Dave Brosonski, who is highly trained in water rescue, entered the frigid water and was able to get the boy out and to the shore
A Volusia County firefighter made a daring leap onto a runaway boat to rescue an unconscious man as the vessel spun out of control on a lake near De Leon Springs
Marin County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Mike Dawson broke a tailgate window for the driver to escape, pulling them to safety just before the car fully submerged
“To put it lightly, this is a shockingly cruel crime committed by a mother,” Grand Rapids police Chief Eric Winstrom said
The Altadena Sheriff’s Station survived the blaze, despite total destruction nearby and a close call with a fuel tank
The FAA reports air traffic control staffing was “not normal” when the aircraft collided near Reagan National Airport
Several agencies and departments are involved in search and rescue efforts on the Potomac River after a passenger jet and an Army helicopter collided
“We won’t lose you. Don’t worry,” a deputy told the woman, who missed the initial evacuation because she was deaf and couldn’t charge her hearing aids
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