Increase in Attacks on Law Enforcement Officers

FBI statistics show an increase in attacks on law enforcement officers, with 194 officers feloniously killed between 2021 and 2023, the highest in the past two decades. The report highlights a rise in officer assaults, especially during simple assaults against non-officers and drug violations. Retired Lt. Randy Sutton discusses the dehumanization of law enforcement and the challenges they face. National Police Week aims to raise awareness of the violence against cops.

Rising Assaults on U.S. Law Enforcement Officers

The rate of assaults on U.S. law enforcement officers reached a 10-year high last year, with 79,000 attacks on officers recorded. Sixty officers nationwide were killed last year, and more officers were killed between 2021 and 2023 than in any other three-year period to date. The number of officers assaulted and injured by guns is climbing.

Charlotte Police Officers' Shootout

Four police officers died in a shootout while serving a warrant for a felon in possession of a firearm in Charlotte, N.C. Suspect Terry Clark Hughes Jr. opened fire, resulting in the deaths of the officers. The incident has raised concerns about the criminal justice system's ability to prevent such tragedies.

Escape of Dangerous Inmate in Idaho

Dangerous inmate in Idaho escapes from custody at hospital after second suspect ambushed officers and opened fire, injuring two. Authorities believe it was a planned attack.

Current Events

Controversial Texas border law on hold, ex-Mississippi officers sentenced for torturing Black men, Trump-endorsed candidate wins Ohio GOP primary.

Shooting of Law Enforcement Officers in Independence, Missouri

At least three law enforcement officers were shot in Independence, Missouri, with two city officers and one official from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office being injured. The shooting occurred near E. Bundschu Road and N. Elsea Smith Road in the northeast section of Independence.

Scandalous BDSM Sex Parties at Russian Military Officers' Club

LURID BDSM sex parties held at a military officers' club in Russia have sparked a scandal, with leaked footage showing wild parties with naked revellers. Pro-war activists have condemned the events as blasphemy due to them being held at the same location where funerals for fallen soldiers take place.