Leadership
Leadership has many definitions and characteristics. In our profession, being a leader doesn’t always mean being... Read More
We are thrilled to invite you to participate at our annual Police Officers’ Charity Gala. It will be held on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the venue Events on Jackson.
Leadership has many definitions and characteristics. In our profession, being a leader doesn’t always mean being... Read More
We often get asked the question, “What exactly does PLEA do for us?” Another question often asked is “I never get... Read More
Have you ever decided to stop drinking for a week or so, but only lasted for a couple of days? Do you wish people would... Read More
On December 7, PLEA Charities hosted the 13th annual Shop With a Cop along with the Arizona Probation Officers... Read More
As police officers and members in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), you have options if you are... Read More
End of Watch September 22, 2021
Police Officer Phillip Vavrinec died as a result of contracting COVID-19 while serving as a School Resource Officer at Charles W. Harris Elementary...
End of Watch August 07, 2021
Police Officer Matt Hefter died as a result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty.
End of Watch May 31, 2021
Police Officer Ginarro New passed away from injuries after being and struck by another vehicle motorist that was traveling at a high rate of speed...
End of Watch March 29, 2020
Commander Greg Carnicle was shot and killed after responding to a domestic disturbance call involving roommates at a residence near 40th Drive and...
End of Watch March 21, 2019
Police Officer Paul Rutherford died from injuries received when he was struck by a vehicle near the intersection of 75th Avenue and Indian School...
End of Watch April 17, 2018
K9 Bane was killed while attempting an apprehension following a vehicle pursuit of a stolen vehicle. A male and female had led officers on a...
End of Watch May 19, 2016
Police Officer David Glasser succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained the previous day after responding to a burglary in progress at a home near the...
End of Watch March 03, 2014
Detective John Hobbs was shot and killed on March 3rd, 2014 as he and other members of the Fugitive Apprehension Team attempted to serve a felony...
End of Watch May 19, 2013
Shortly after 3:30 a.m. on May 19, 2013, Officer Daryl Raetz, #8899 and his partner were finishing the processing of the scene from a DUI stop in the...
End of Watch May 26, 2010
Officer Travis P. Murphy was shot and killed when he confronted a suspect who had fled the scene of a shots fired call earlier in the night. Officers...
From 1928 to the present, the Phoenix Police Department has lost 44 Officers in the line of duty.
The purpose of PLEA Charities is to promote the positive image of law enforcement and enhance the quality of life in our communities by helping police officers in need as well as assisting organizations and individuals within the communities we serve.
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PLEA offers its members discounts on tickets and services that can be used in the Valley and abroad.
The Gulfport Police Department shared a text exchange between a person believed to have been chatting with a friend about smoking, but instead it was an officer. Read More
The Hillsborough County Sheriff Office recently arrested 148 individuals and rescued seven victims following a large-scale human trafficking sting. Read More
Introduction The contact-and-cover tactic is a cornerstone of police training, providing a structured approach to handling encounters with suspects. This method, deeply ingrained in police academies, emphasizes safety, control and […] Read More
In the late 1960s, I was just one of hundreds of kids being raised in St. Paul’s Catholic Church, located on Church Street between Valley Street and 29th Street in […] Read More
We have all heard the phrase, “Do the right thing for the right reason, even when no one is looking.” The phrase seems like a critical foundational expectation for law […] Read More
If the “bullet-time” effect with Keanu Reeves in a long black coat avoiding projectiles immediately came to mind when you read the title, you are my action movie twin. Also, […] Read More
Numerous firearms training myths have spread through law enforcement training, and many of these myths continue to be spread by firearms instructors worldwide. Unfortunately for the safety of our officers […] Read More
Honesty is always the best policy” is a time-honored maxim that children have been plied with for generations. While it’s a good general rule, life can often be a bit […] Read More
Community policing is one of the more misunderstood concepts in law enforcement. While politicians, citizens and cops alike enjoy throwing the term around like some sort of panacea for situations […] Read More
It’s an age-old custom: A young officer, fresh out of FTO, gets their first assigned patrol unit. New or old, they’ll probably always remember the unit number and every distinct […] Read More
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