Rising Assaults on U.S. Law Enforcement Officers

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • Assaults on U.S. law enforcement officers reached a 10-year high last year
  • More officers were killed between 2021 and 2023 than in any other three-year period
  • Number of officers assaulted and injured by guns is on the rise

Pros

  • Increased awareness of the challenges faced by law enforcement officers
  • Discussion around the need for better protection and support for officers

Cons

  • Rising trend of officer deaths and assaults is concerning
  • Growing disrespect and demonization of law enforcement officers